Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Textile Mills and Textile Product Mills: Net Income Retained in Business
QFRNIRB313USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-103.00
Year-over-Year Change
-121.96%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the net income retained by U.S. textile mills and textile product mills after accounting for expenses and distributions. It provides insights into the financial health and reinvestment strategies of the textile 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 metric represents the portion of corporate earnings that companies choose to keep within the business rather than distributing as dividends or paying in taxes. Economists use this data to assess sector-specific financial performance, investment capacity, and potential future growth.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations in the textile manufacturing industry, compiled and analyzed by federal economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers and investors to understand the financial resilience and reinvestment patterns of the U.S. textile manufacturing sector.
Key Facts
- Measures net income retention in U.S. textile manufacturing
- Indicates corporate financial strategy and reinvestment potential
- Part of broader economic performance tracking
FAQs
Q: What does net income retained mean?
A: Net income retained represents the portion of corporate earnings kept within the business after accounting for expenses, taxes, and potential dividend distributions.
Q: Why is this metric important for the textile industry?
A: It helps understand the financial health, investment capacity, and potential growth strategies of textile manufacturing companies.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a current snapshot of the sector's financial performance.
Q: Can this metric predict industry trends?
A: While not a definitive predictor, consistent trends in net income retention can signal broader economic conditions and sector-specific challenges or opportunities.
Q: What limitations exist in this data?
A: The metric represents aggregate data and may not capture individual company variations or emerging market dynamics.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Textile Mills and Textile Product Mills: Net Income Retained in Business [QFRNIRB313USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025