Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Basic Chemicals, Resins, and Synthetics: Capital Stock and Other Capital (Less Treasury Stock)

QFRD326375USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

150,038.00

Year-over-Year Change

-7.02%

Date Range

10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025

Summary

This economic indicator tracks the capital stock and other capital (less treasury stock) for U.S. corporations in the basic chemicals, resins, and synthetics sector. It provides critical insights into corporate financial structure and investment strategies within this specific industrial segment.

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 net equity capital of corporations in the chemical manufacturing subsector, reflecting their financial health and capital allocation strategies. Economists use this metric to assess corporate investment, potential expansion, and overall sector financial performance.

Methodology

Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and compiled by federal economic research agencies.

Historical Context

This indicator is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to understand industrial sector capitalization and potential economic growth trends.

Key Facts

  • Represents net capital stock for U.S. basic chemicals and synthetics corporations
  • Provides quarterly snapshot of corporate financial structure
  • Useful for tracking industrial sector investment trends

FAQs

Q: What does this economic indicator measure?

A: It measures the capital stock and other capital (less treasury stock) for U.S. corporations in the basic chemicals, resins, and synthetics sector.

Q: Why is this data important?

A: It helps economists and investors understand the financial health and investment strategies of corporations in the chemical manufacturing sector.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis, providing a current view of corporate financial structures.

Q: Who uses this economic indicator?

A: Policymakers, investors, economic analysts, and researchers use this data to assess industrial sector performance and potential economic trends.

Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?

A: The data is specific to the basic chemicals sector and may not represent broader economic trends across all industries.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Basic Chemicals, Resins, and Synthetics: Capital Stock and Other Capital (Less Treasury Stock) [QFRD326375USNO], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025