Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries: Total Cash on Hand and in U.S. Banks
QFRTCASH512USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3,754.00
Year-over-Year Change
-15.30%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the total cash holdings of U.S. corporations in the motion picture and sound recording industries. It provides critical insights into the financial liquidity and cash management strategies of media and entertainment 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 metric represents the aggregate cash reserves held by corporations in this specific sector, reflecting their financial health and potential for investment or operational expansion. Economists use this data to understand industry-level financial resilience and potential economic adaptability.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations in the motion picture and sound recording industries to federal regulatory agencies.
Historical Context
This trend helps policymakers and investors assess the financial capacity and potential investment potential within the media and entertainment sector.
Key Facts
- Tracks quarterly cash holdings for motion picture and sound recording industries
- Provides insight into financial health of media corporations
- Reflects potential for investment and operational flexibility
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: It measures the total cash on hand and in U.S. banks for corporations in the motion picture and sound recording industries on a quarterly basis.
Q: Why is tracking cash reserves important?
A: Cash reserves indicate a company's financial flexibility, potential for investment, and ability to weather economic uncertainties.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a current snapshot of the industry's financial condition.
Q: How can investors use this information?
A: Investors can assess the financial health and potential investment opportunities in the media and entertainment sector by analyzing these cash reserve trends.
Q: What limitations exist in this data?
A: The trend only covers corporations in specific media industries and does not represent the entire entertainment ecosystem or global market.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries: Total Cash on Hand and in U.S. Banks [QFRTCASH512USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025