Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food: Other Short-Term Financial Investments
QFRD210311USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5,970.00
Year-over-Year Change
-27.48%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks quarterly financial investments by U.S. food corporations in short-term financial instruments. It provides insights into corporate financial strategies and liquidity management within the food 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 the aggregate value of other short-term financial investments held by food industry corporations in the United States. Economists use this data to assess financial health, investment patterns, and potential economic resilience in the food manufacturing and processing subsector.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. corporations in the food industry, compiled and standardized by federal economic research institutions.
Historical Context
This trend is utilized by financial analysts, policymakers, and investors to understand corporate financial behavior and potential economic indicators in the food industry.
Key Facts
- Represents quarterly financial investment data for U.S. food corporations
- Indicates corporate liquidity and financial strategy in the food sector
- Provides insights into short-term financial management practices
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: It measures the value of short-term financial investments held by U.S. food corporations on a quarterly basis.
Q: Why are these investments important?
A: These investments reflect corporate financial health, liquidity management, and potential economic resilience in the food industry.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis, providing current insights into corporate financial strategies.
Q: Who uses this economic trend?
A: Financial analysts, investors, policymakers, and economic researchers use this trend to understand food sector financial dynamics.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The trend represents a specific subset of corporate investments and should be analyzed alongside other economic indicators for comprehensive insights.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food: Other Short-Term Financial Investments [QFRD210311USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025