Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Durable Manufacturing: Other Short-Term Financial Investments
QFRD210DURUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
244,397.00
Year-over-Year Change
31.05%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks short-term financial investments for U.S. durable manufacturing corporations on a quarterly basis. It provides insights into corporate financial strategies and liquidity management within a critical sector of the American economy.
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 trend represents the financial investment behavior of durable manufacturing firms, reflecting their cash management and strategic financial planning. Economists use this data to understand corporate financial health, investment patterns, and potential economic resilience.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. durable manufacturing corporations, compiled and standardized by federal economic research institutions.
Historical Context
This metric is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to assess corporate financial strategies, potential economic shifts, and sectoral investment trends.
Key Facts
- Represents quarterly short-term financial investments in U.S. durable manufacturing
- Provides insight into corporate financial liquidity and strategic planning
- Part of broader economic indicators tracking manufacturing sector financial health
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks short-term financial investments made by U.S. durable manufacturing corporations on a quarterly basis, reflecting their financial strategy and liquidity management.
Q: Why are short-term financial investments important?
A: They indicate a company's financial flexibility, cash management strategies, and potential preparedness for economic opportunities or challenges.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: The data is gathered through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of durable manufacturing corporations, then compiled and standardized by federal economic research institutions.
Q: How do policymakers use this information?
A: Policymakers analyze this trend to understand corporate financial health, investment patterns, and potential economic shifts in the manufacturing sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a consistent and current view of financial investments in the durable manufacturing sector.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Durable Manufacturing: Other Short-Term Financial Investments [QFRD210DURUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025