Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Fabricated Metal Products: Total Cash, U.S. Government and Other Securities
QFRTCASH2332USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
28,528.00
Year-over-Year Change
2.33%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the total cash and securities holdings of U.S. corporations in the fabricated metal products sector. It provides insights into corporate financial health and liquidity within a specific manufacturing subsector.
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 trend represents the aggregate financial assets held by fabricated metal product corporations, including cash reserves and government securities. Economists use this data to assess corporate financial strategies, investment capacity, and potential economic resilience.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reporting by corporations in the fabricated metal products industry, compiled and standardized by federal economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This metric is used by policymakers and financial analysts to understand sectoral financial trends, investment potential, and potential indicators of economic performance.
Key Facts
- Tracks financial assets for U.S. fabricated metal product corporations
- Includes cash and government securities holdings
- Provides quarterly snapshot of corporate financial positioning
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures the total cash and securities holdings of corporations in the U.S. fabricated metal products manufacturing sector on a quarterly basis.
Q: Why are cash and securities holdings important?
A: These holdings indicate a corporation's financial flexibility, potential for investment, and ability to weather economic uncertainties.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: Data is gathered through mandatory quarterly financial reporting by corporations in the fabricated metal products industry.
Q: How do policymakers use this information?
A: Policymakers analyze this trend to understand sectoral financial health, potential investment capacity, and broader economic trends.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a current snapshot of corporate financial positioning in the fabricated metal products sector.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Fabricated Metal Products: Total Cash, U.S. Government and Other Securities [QFRTCASH2332USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025