Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Wholesale Trade: Total Cash, U.S. Government and Other Securities
QFRTCASH2WHSUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
122,687.00
Year-over-Year Change
-2.41%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the total cash and securities holdings of U.S. wholesale trade corporations. It provides insights into the financial liquidity and investment strategies of businesses in the wholesale 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 metric represents the aggregate financial assets held by wholesale trade companies, including cash reserves and government securities. Economists analyze this trend to understand corporate financial health, investment patterns, and potential economic resilience.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of wholesale trade corporations by U.S. government economic agencies.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by policymakers and financial analysts to assess corporate financial strategies, potential investment trends, and overall economic stability.
Key Facts
- Measures total cash and securities for U.S. wholesale trade corporations
- Provides quarterly snapshot of corporate financial assets
- Reflects potential investment and financial strategy trends
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks the total cash and U.S. government securities held by wholesale trade corporations on a quarterly basis.
Q: Why is this indicator important?
A: It helps economists and analysts understand corporate financial health, liquidity, and potential investment strategies in the wholesale trade sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is collected and updated on a quarterly basis by U.S. government economic research agencies.
Q: How can businesses use this information?
A: Companies can benchmark their financial strategies against industry trends and assess overall sector financial performance.
Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?
A: It provides a broad overview and may not capture individual company nuances or rapid market changes.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Wholesale Trade: Total Cash, U.S. Government and Other Securities [QFRTCASH2WHSUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025