Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Transportation Equipment: Total Cash, U.S. Government and Other Securities
QFRTCASH2TRAUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
164,738.00
Year-over-Year Change
27.15%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks total cash and securities holdings for U.S. transportation equipment corporations, providing insight into the financial liquidity and investment strategies of a critical industrial sector. The metric helps economists and investors understand the financial health and cash management practices of transportation equipment companies.
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 aggregate cash reserves and government/other securities held by corporations in the transportation equipment manufacturing and related industries. Economists analyze this data to assess corporate financial resilience, investment capacity, and potential economic preparedness.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of transportation equipment corporations, compiled and standardized by federal economic reporting agencies.
Historical Context
This metric is used in macroeconomic analysis to evaluate industrial sector financial strength, potential investment trends, and broader economic performance indicators.
Key Facts
- Provides quarterly snapshot of transportation equipment corporate financial holdings
- Includes cash and U.S. government/other securities
- Offers insights into corporate financial strategy and economic preparedness
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures total cash and securities holdings for U.S. transportation equipment corporations, tracking their financial liquidity and investment positions.
Q: Why is this data important?
A: The data helps economists and investors understand the financial health, investment capacity, and economic resilience of the transportation equipment sector.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a consistent and current view of corporate financial positions.
Q: What can this trend tell us about the broader economy?
A: Changes in cash reserves can signal corporate confidence, potential investment plans, and overall economic conditions in the manufacturing sector.
Q: Are there limitations to this economic indicator?
A: While valuable, the data represents a specific sector and should be analyzed alongside other economic indicators for comprehensive insights.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Transportation Equipment: Total Cash, U.S. Government and Other Securities [QFRTCASH2TRAUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025