Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Durable Manufacturing: Net Income Retained in Business
QFRNIRBDURUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
88,389.00
Year-over-Year Change
-5.91%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the net income that durable manufacturing corporations retain within their businesses after accounting for expenses and distributions. It provides insight into the financial health, reinvestment strategies, and profitability of the U.S. manufacturing 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 earnings that corporations choose to keep rather than distribute as dividends, which signals potential future investment, expansion, or financial buffer. Economists analyze this trend to understand corporate financial strategies, investment cycles, and overall economic resilience in the manufacturing sector.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial reports submitted by U.S. durable manufacturing corporations, aggregated and processed by federal economic statistical agencies.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to assess corporate financial health, predict potential capital investments, and understand broader economic trends in manufacturing.
Key Facts
- Reflects corporate financial strategies in the manufacturing sector
- Indicates potential future investment and economic growth
- Provides insights into corporate profitability and financial management
FAQs
Q: What does net income retained in business mean?
A: Net income retained represents the portion of corporate earnings kept within the business after expenses, not distributed as dividends, which can be used for future investments, research, or financial buffers.
Q: Why is this metric important for economic analysis?
A: It helps economists and investors understand corporate financial health, investment potential, and overall economic trends in the manufacturing sector.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a regular snapshot of financial performance in durable manufacturing corporations.
Q: What sectors are included in durable manufacturing?
A: Durable manufacturing includes industries producing long-lasting goods like machinery, transportation equipment, electronics, and other capital goods.
Q: What are potential limitations of this metric?
A: The data represents aggregate trends and may not capture individual company variations or immediate short-term financial changes.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Durable Manufacturing: Net Income Retained in Business [QFRNIRBDURUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025