Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Manufacturing: Total Cash, U.S. Government and Other Securities
QFRTCASH2MFGUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
886,981.00
Year-over-Year Change
12.22%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Tracks quarterly cash holdings for U.S. manufacturing corporations across government and other securities. Provides critical insight into corporate financial liquidity and investment strategies.
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
This metric measures total cash reserves held by manufacturing corporations in U.S. government and other securities. It reflects corporate financial health and strategic cash management.
Methodology
Data collected through quarterly financial reporting by U.S. manufacturing corporations.
Historical Context
Used by investors and policymakers to assess manufacturing sector financial stability.
Key Facts
- Quarterly reporting metric for manufacturing cash holdings
- Includes government and other securities
- Indicates corporate financial flexibility
FAQs
Q: What does this financial metric represent?
A: It shows total cash reserves in securities for U.S. manufacturing corporations. Helps understand corporate financial positioning.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Reported quarterly, providing current snapshot of manufacturing sector cash holdings.
Q: Why do investors care about this metric?
A: Indicates corporate financial health, liquidity, and potential investment strategies in the manufacturing sector.
Q: How does this relate to economic performance?
A: Reflects manufacturing corporations' financial strength and potential for future investment or expansion.
Q: Are there limitations to this data?
A: Represents a snapshot in time and should be analyzed alongside other financial indicators.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Manufacturing: Total Cash, U.S. Government and Other Securities (QFRTCASH2MFGUSNO), retrieved from FRED.