Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Mining: Total Cash on Hand and in U.S. Banks
QFRTCASHMINUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
38,431.00
Year-over-Year Change
-13.81%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the total cash reserves held by U.S. mining corporations in domestic banks on a quarterly basis. It provides critical insight into the financial liquidity and short-term financial health of the mining 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 aggregate liquid assets available to mining companies, reflecting their financial flexibility and potential for investment or operational expansion. Economists use this indicator to assess sector-wide financial resilience and potential capital deployment strategies.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. mining corporations, aggregating cash holdings reported by individual companies.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to understand corporate financial strategies, investment potential, and sectoral economic health.
Key Facts
- Represents total liquid assets for U.S. mining corporations
- Quarterly data provides snapshot of sector financial health
- Indicates potential for corporate investment and operational flexibility
FAQs
Q: What does this trend measure?
A: It measures the total cash holdings of U.S. mining corporations in domestic banks on a quarterly basis, reflecting their liquid financial resources.
Q: Why are cash reserves important for mining companies?
A: Cash reserves provide financial flexibility for investments, operational expenses, technology upgrades, and navigating market volatility.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a current snapshot of the mining sector's financial condition.
Q: How do investors use this information?
A: Investors analyze this trend to assess the financial health, potential growth, and investment readiness of mining corporations.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The trend represents aggregate data and may not reflect individual company performance or specific regional variations within the mining sector.
Related Trends
Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Plastics and Rubber Products: Stockholders' Equity
QFR327326USNO
Contributions to the Chicago Fed Relative Midwest Economy Index: Illinois Contribution: Consumer Spending Sector
RCONSUILM683SFRBCHI
Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Manufacturing: Retained Earnings at End of Quarter
QFRD123MFGUSNO
Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Wholesale Trade, Nondurable Goods: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks
QFR301422USNO
Contributions to the Chicago Fed Midwest Economy Index: Illinois Contribution: Manufacturing Sector
MANUILM683SFRBCHI
Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Other Professional and Technical Services, Except Legal Services: Net Working Capital
QFRNWC549USNO
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Mining: Total Cash on Hand and in U.S. Banks [QFRTCASHMINUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025