Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries: Retained Earnings at Beginning of Quarter
QFRD119512USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-12,161.00
Year-over-Year Change
-17.80%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the retained earnings of U.S. corporations in the motion picture and sound recording industries at the beginning of each quarter. It provides insight into the financial health and reinvestment capacity of these media and entertainment sector companies.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
Retained earnings represent the cumulative net income that a company chooses to keep rather than distribute to shareholders as dividends. Economists and investors use this metric to assess the financial strategy, growth potential, and reinvestment capabilities of industries.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations in the motion picture and sound recording industries, compiled and analyzed by government economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is used to evaluate sector-specific financial performance, inform investment decisions, and provide macroeconomic insights into the media and entertainment industry's economic health.
Key Facts
- Reflects financial strategy of motion picture and sound recording companies
- Indicates potential for future investment and growth
- Provides quarterly snapshot of industry financial health
FAQs
Q: What do retained earnings indicate about a company?
A: Retained earnings show how much profit a company has kept to reinvest in its operations or save for future use, rather than distributing to shareholders as dividends.
Q: Why are retained earnings important in the media industry?
A: In the media industry, retained earnings can signal a company's ability to fund new productions, technology investments, or content development.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: This specific trend is updated quarterly, providing a regular snapshot of the financial status of motion picture and sound recording industries.
Q: How can investors use this information?
A: Investors can use retained earnings data to assess a company's financial health, growth potential, and strategic approach to reinvestment.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The data represents aggregate industry information and may not reflect the specific performance of individual companies within the sector.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries: Retained Earnings at Beginning of Quarter [QFRD119512USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025