Domestic Financial Commercial Paper Outstanding
This dataset tracks domestic financial commercial paper outstanding over time.
Latest Value
257.26
Year-over-Year Change
-12.83%
Date Range
1/3/2001 - 8/6/2025
Summary
Tracks total outstanding commercial paper issued by domestic financial institutions. Provides critical insight into short-term corporate debt market liquidity and financial sector borrowing.
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
Commercial paper represents unsecured, short-term debt instruments used by corporations to fund immediate operational needs. It reflects corporate financial health and credit market conditions.
Methodology
Federal Reserve collects data from financial institutions through periodic reporting and statistical surveys.
Historical Context
Central banks and investors use this metric to assess corporate financial market stability.
Key Facts
- Represents short-term corporate debt instruments
- Indicates corporate liquidity and borrowing capacity
- Reflects broader financial market conditions
FAQs
Q: What is commercial paper?
A: Unsecured, short-term debt instrument issued by corporations to meet immediate financial needs. Typically matures in less than 270 days.
Q: Why do investors track commercial paper outstanding?
A: It provides insights into corporate financial health and short-term credit market conditions. Indicates potential economic trends.
Q: How often is commercial paper data updated?
A: Federal Reserve updates commercial paper data weekly, providing current market insights.
Q: What impacts commercial paper markets?
A: Interest rates, corporate credit ratings, and overall economic conditions significantly influence commercial paper issuance.
Q: Are there risks in commercial paper investments?
A: Commercial paper carries credit risk and is not federally insured. Investors should assess issuer creditworthiness carefully.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Domestic Financial Commercial Paper Outstanding (DFINCP), retrieved from FRED.