Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Plastics and Rubber Products: Net Income Retained in Business
QFRNIRB326USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2,872.00
Year-over-Year Change
-0.62%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the net income retained by U.S. corporations in the plastics and rubber products manufacturing sector. It provides insight into the financial health and reinvestment strategies of companies 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 metric represents the portion of corporate earnings that companies choose to keep and reinvest rather than distribute as dividends. Economists use this indicator to assess business confidence, investment potential, and sectoral economic performance.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and compiled by government economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers and investors to understand capital allocation, industrial sector resilience, and potential future economic growth.
Key Facts
- Measures net income retention in plastics and rubber manufacturing
- Indicates corporate investment and growth strategies
- Provides insights into sectoral financial health
FAQs
Q: What does net income retained mean?
A: Net income retained represents the portion of a company's earnings that are kept within the business for future investments or operations, rather than being distributed to shareholders as dividends.
Q: Why is this trend important for investors?
A: This trend helps investors understand a sector's financial health, growth potential, and how companies are strategically reinvesting their earnings.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a current snapshot of financial performance in the plastics and rubber products manufacturing sector.
Q: What can changes in this trend indicate?
A: Significant changes can signal shifts in business confidence, potential economic challenges, or emerging opportunities within the manufacturing sector.
Q: Are there limitations to this data?
A: The trend represents aggregate data and may not capture individual company variations or emerging market dynamics perfectly.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Plastics and Rubber Products: Net Income Retained in Business [QFRNIRB326USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025