Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Manufacturing: Total Current Assets
QFRTCAMFGUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3,630,144.00
Year-over-Year Change
4.34%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the total current assets of all U.S. manufacturing corporations on a quarterly basis, providing a critical snapshot of short-term financial health and liquidity. It serves as an important indicator of manufacturing sector economic performance and potential investment opportunities.
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
Total current assets represent the most liquid resources available to manufacturing companies, including cash, inventory, and short-term receivables. Economists analyze this metric to assess corporate financial flexibility, potential for near-term investments, and overall sector resilience.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial reports submitted by manufacturing corporations to federal economic reporting agencies.
Historical Context
Policymakers and investors use this trend to evaluate manufacturing sector economic conditions, potential growth trajectories, and potential monetary or fiscal interventions.
Key Facts
- Represents aggregated short-term financial resources of U.S. manufacturing corporations
- Provides quarterly insights into manufacturing sector financial health
- Includes cash, inventory, and short-term receivables as primary components
FAQs
Q: What does 'total current assets' mean?
A: Total current assets represent a company's most liquid resources that can be converted to cash within one year, including cash, inventory, and short-term receivables.
Q: Why are manufacturing current assets important?
A: These assets indicate a company's short-term financial health, operational efficiency, and capacity to fund immediate business needs or investments.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The Quarterly Financial Report is updated every quarter, providing a consistent and timely view of manufacturing sector financial conditions.
Q: How do investors use this data?
A: Investors analyze current assets to assess manufacturing companies' financial strength, liquidity, and potential for growth or investment.
Q: What are the limitations of this metric?
A: While valuable, current assets represent a snapshot in time and should be analyzed alongside other financial indicators for comprehensive insights.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Manufacturing: Total Current Assets [QFRTCAMFGUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025