Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Mining: Net Income Retained in Business
QFRNIRBMINUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
10,452.00
Year-over-Year Change
20.94%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the net income that mining corporations retain within their businesses after accounting for expenses and distributions. It provides insights into the financial health, reinvestment strategies, and profitability of the U.S. mining 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 trend represents the portion of earnings that mining companies choose to keep for future investments, capital expenditures, or financial reserves rather than distributing as dividends. Economists analyze this metric to understand corporate financial strategies, investment cycles, and sector-specific economic resilience.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by mining corporations and compiled by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to assess the mining sector's financial performance and potential future investment trends.
Key Facts
- Reflects the financial decision-making of mining corporations
- Indicates potential future investment and expansion plans
- Provides insights into sector-specific economic health
FAQs
Q: What does net income retained in business mean?
A: Net income retained represents the portion of corporate earnings that are kept within the company instead of being distributed as dividends, typically used for reinvestment, expansion, or financial reserves.
Q: Why is mining sector net income retention important?
A: It reveals the financial health, investment strategies, and potential growth trajectory of mining corporations, which can signal broader economic trends and sector-specific performance.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a regular snapshot of the mining sector's financial performance and strategic decisions.
Q: How do investors use this information?
A: Investors analyze net income retention to assess a company's financial strategy, potential for future growth, and overall economic resilience in the mining sector.
Q: What are the limitations of this metric?
A: While informative, this metric should be considered alongside other financial indicators and does not provide a complete picture of a company's or sector's financial health in isolation.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Mining: Net Income Retained in Business [QFRNIRBMINUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025