Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Petroleum and Coal Products: Other Direct Credits (Charges) to Retained Earnings (Net)
QFRD122324USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
75.00
Year-over-Year Change
-109.97%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks direct credits or charges to retained earnings specifically for U.S. petroleum and coal products corporations. It provides insight into the financial adjustments and non-operational accounting changes within this critical energy sector.
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
The metric represents accounting entries that impact corporate retained earnings outside of standard operational income or expenses. Economists analyze these entries to understand financial management strategies, asset revaluations, and potential structural changes in the petroleum and coal products industry.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reporting by corporations in the petroleum and coal products sector, compiled and standardized by federal economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is used by financial analysts, policymakers, and investors to assess the underlying financial health and accounting practices of energy sector corporations.
Key Facts
- Represents non-operational financial adjustments in petroleum and coal corporations
- Provides insights into corporate financial management strategies
- Part of quarterly financial reporting for energy sector companies
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks direct credits or charges to retained earnings for U.S. petroleum and coal products corporations, excluding standard operational income.
Q: Why are these financial adjustments important?
A: These entries reveal corporate financial management strategies, potential asset revaluations, and structural changes in the energy sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis as part of standard financial reporting requirements.
Q: Who uses this economic indicator?
A: Financial analysts, investors, policymakers, and researchers use this data to assess the financial health of the energy sector.
Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?
A: The data represents accounting entries and may not directly reflect operational performance or future earnings potential.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Petroleum and Coal Products: Other Direct Credits (Charges) to Retained Earnings (Net) [QFRD122324USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025