Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Iron, Steel, and Ferroalloys: Total Cash, U.S. Government and Other Securities
QFRTCASH2371USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
8,219.00
Year-over-Year Change
-23.65%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the total cash and securities holdings of U.S. corporations in the iron, steel, and ferroalloys manufacturing sector. It provides critical insights into the financial liquidity and investment strategies of a key 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 aggregate financial assets held by corporations in this specific manufacturing sector, reflecting their cash reserves and investment in government and other securities. Economists use this data to assess corporate financial health, investment capacity, and potential economic resilience.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations in the iron, steel, and ferroalloys manufacturing sector, compiled and standardized by federal economic reporting agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to understand industrial sector financial dynamics, potential capital investment trends, and broader economic indicators.
Key Facts
- Tracks financial assets for U.S. iron, steel, and ferroalloys corporations
- Includes cash and U.S. government securities holdings
- Provides quarterly snapshot of sector financial health
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures the total cash and securities holdings of U.S. corporations in the iron, steel, and ferroalloys manufacturing sector on a quarterly basis.
Q: Why is this trend important for investors?
A: It offers insights into corporate financial health, potential investment capacity, and the overall economic resilience of the manufacturing sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a current snapshot of the sector's financial position.
Q: What can this trend tell us about economic conditions?
A: It can indicate corporate confidence, potential capital investment plans, and the financial stability of a critical manufacturing sector.
Q: Are there limitations to this economic indicator?
A: The data is specific to iron, steel, and ferroalloys corporations and may not represent the entire manufacturing or broader economic landscape.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Iron, Steel, and Ferroalloys: Total Cash, U.S. Government and Other Securities [QFRTCASH2371USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025