Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Aerospace Products and Parts: Net Working Capital
QFRNWC386USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
45,128.00
Year-over-Year Change
-16.79%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the net working capital for U.S. corporations in the aerospace products and parts sector, providing insights into the financial health and operational liquidity of a critical manufacturing industry. It helps economists and investors understand the short-term financial dynamics and potential investment opportunities in aerospace manufacturing.
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
Net working capital represents the difference between current assets and current liabilities, indicating a company's operational efficiency and short-term financial flexibility. For the aerospace sector, this metric reflects the industry's ability to fund operations, manage inventory, and respond to market fluctuations.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations, aggregated and analyzed by federal economic research institutions.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to assess the financial resilience and operational capacity of the U.S. aerospace manufacturing sector.
Key Facts
- Measures short-term financial health of aerospace manufacturing corporations
- Indicates operational efficiency and liquidity in the sector
- Provides insights into potential investment and economic performance
FAQs
Q: What does net working capital indicate?
A: Net working capital shows a company's ability to meet short-term obligations and fund operational needs. A positive value suggests financial flexibility.
Q: Why is aerospace working capital important?
A: The aerospace sector requires significant capital for research, development, and manufacturing. Working capital trends reveal the industry's financial health and potential growth.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The Quarterly Financial Report is typically updated every quarter, providing regular insights into the sector's financial performance.
Q: Who uses this economic indicator?
A: Investors, financial analysts, policymakers, and economic researchers use this indicator to assess the aerospace manufacturing sector's economic performance.
Q: What are potential limitations of this data?
A: The data represents aggregate corporate performance and may not capture individual company variations or emerging market trends.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Aerospace Products and Parts: Net Working Capital [QFRNWC386USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025