Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Wholesale Trade, Durable Goods: Total Cash on Hand and in U.S. Banks

QFRTCASH421USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

49,875.00

Year-over-Year Change

-8.88%

Date Range

10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025

Summary

Tracks total cash holdings for U.S. wholesale trade corporations in the durable goods sector. Provides critical insight into corporate financial liquidity.

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

Measures the cash reserves of wholesale trade corporations dealing with durable goods. Indicates corporate financial strategy and economic preparedness.

Methodology

Collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by U.S. corporations.

Historical Context

Used by investors and analysts to assess corporate financial health and economic conditions.

Key Facts

  • Tracks cash holdings in wholesale durable goods sector
  • Quarterly financial reporting metric
  • Indicates corporate financial strategy

FAQs

Q: What does this financial indicator represent?

A: It shows total cash holdings for U.S. wholesale trade corporations in the durable goods sector. Reflects corporate financial liquidity.

Q: How frequently is the data updated?

A: The data is updated quarterly through corporate financial reports.

Q: Why do investors care about this metric?

A: It provides insights into corporate financial health and potential investment opportunities in the wholesale trade sector.

Q: What does high cash reserves indicate?

A: Suggests strong financial position and potential for future investment or economic uncertainty preparation.

Q: How does this relate to broader economic trends?

A: Reflects corporate financial strategies and can indicate overall economic confidence in the wholesale trade sector.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: Wholesale Trade, Durable Goods Cash (QFRTCASH421USNO), retrieved from FRED.