Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Petroleum and Coal Products: Net Income Retained in Business
QFRNIRB324USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4,913.00
Year-over-Year Change
-88.55%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the net income retained by U.S. petroleum and coal products corporations after accounting for expenses and distributions. It provides critical insight into the financial health and reinvestment strategies of a key industrial 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 portion of corporate earnings that companies choose to keep within the business rather than distributing as dividends or paying in taxes. Economists use this data to assess corporate investment capacity, financial resilience, and potential future capital expenditures.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of corporate financial statements by government economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is utilized in macroeconomic analysis to understand industrial sector performance, investment trends, and potential economic growth indicators.
Key Facts
- Measures net income retention in petroleum and coal product corporations
- Indicates corporate financial strategy and reinvestment potential
- Provides quarterly snapshot of sector financial health
FAQs
Q: What does net income retained mean?
A: Net income retained represents the portion of corporate earnings kept within the business after accounting for expenses, taxes, and potential dividend distributions.
Q: Why is this metric important for investors?
A: It signals a company's financial strength, reinvestment capacity, and potential for future growth by showing how much earnings are being kept for internal development.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis, providing a regular snapshot of corporate financial performance in the petroleum and coal products sector.
Q: How can policymakers use this information?
A: Policymakers can assess sector financial health, potential tax revenues, and investment trends to inform energy and economic policy decisions.
Q: What are potential limitations of this metric?
A: The data represents aggregate sector performance and may not capture individual company variations or short-term market fluctuations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Petroleum and Coal Products: Net Income Retained in Business [QFRNIRB324USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025