Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Other Retail Trade: Retained Earnings at End of Quarter
QFRD123OTRUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
376,589.00
Year-over-Year Change
-8.60%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the retained earnings of all other retail trade corporations at the end of each quarter, providing insight into the financial health and reinvestment strategies of the retail sector. It serves as a key metric for understanding corporate financial performance and potential future investment or expansion plans.
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 corporation chooses to keep rather than distribute to shareholders as dividends. Economists and financial analysts use this metric to assess a company's financial stability, growth potential, and strategic reinvestment capabilities.
Methodology
The data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial reports submitted by retail corporations to government economic agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is crucial for understanding sectoral economic performance, investment trends, and potential future economic growth in the retail industry.
Key Facts
- Reflects the net income retained by retail corporations after accounting for expenses and potential dividends
- Provides insight into corporate financial strategy and reinvestment potential
- Serves as an important indicator of sector-wide financial health
FAQs
Q: What do retained earnings indicate about a company's financial health?
A: Retained earnings suggest a company's ability to generate profit and reinvest in its own growth. Higher retained earnings typically indicate stronger financial performance and potential for future expansion.
Q: How do retained earnings differ from total revenue?
A: Retained earnings represent the net income kept by a company after all expenses and potential dividend distributions, while total revenue is the gross income before expenses are subtracted.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The Quarterly Financial Report is typically updated on a quarterly basis, providing a regular snapshot of corporate financial performance.
Q: Why are retained earnings important for economic analysis?
A: Retained earnings provide crucial insights into corporate investment strategies, sector-wide financial health, and potential future economic growth.
Q: What are the limitations of this economic indicator?
A: The data only covers 'all other retail trade' corporations and may not represent the entire retail sector or individual company performance comprehensively.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Other Retail Trade: Retained Earnings at End of Quarter [QFRD123OTRUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025