Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Chemicals: Total Cash on Hand and in U.S. Banks
QFRTCASHCHEUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
111,818.00
Year-over-Year Change
2.06%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the total cash holdings of U.S. chemical corporations in domestic banks on a quarterly basis. The metric provides critical insight into corporate liquidity and financial health within a key manufacturing 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 data represents the aggregate cash reserves maintained by chemical companies in U.S. financial institutions, reflecting their financial strategy and potential investment capacity. Economists use this metric to assess corporate financial resilience, potential capital expenditure, and broader industrial sector economic conditions.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. chemical corporations, aggregating their reported cash balances in domestic banking institutions.
Historical Context
This trend is utilized by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to understand corporate financial positioning and potential future investment or expansion strategies in the chemical manufacturing sector.
Key Facts
- Represents quarterly cash holdings of U.S. chemical corporations
- Provides insight into corporate financial health and potential investment capacity
- Tracked as part of broader economic and industrial sector analysis
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: It measures the total cash holdings of U.S. chemical corporations in domestic banks on a quarterly basis, indicating their financial liquidity and potential investment capacity.
Q: Why is this trend important for investors?
A: Investors use this data to assess the financial strength, potential capital expenditure, and overall economic health of the chemical manufacturing sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of chemical corporations' cash reserves throughout the year.
Q: What can changes in this trend indicate?
A: Significant changes can signal shifts in corporate strategy, economic conditions, or potential future investments in the chemical manufacturing industry.
Q: Are there limitations to this economic indicator?
A: While informative, the trend represents only cash holdings and should be considered alongside other financial metrics for a comprehensive analysis.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Chemicals: Total Cash on Hand and in U.S. Banks [QFRTCASHCHEUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025