Means of Financing: by Other Means
This dataset tracks means of financing: by other means over time.
Latest Value
75315.95
Year-over-Year Change
-34.35%
Date Range
1/1/2010 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The 'Means of Financing: by Other Means' series tracks the share of total U.S. corporate financing that comes from sources other than debt or equity issuance, providing insight into alternative financing practices.
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 economic indicator represents the portion of corporate funding that is raised through methods beyond traditional debt or equity instruments, such as internal cash generation, asset sales, or other non-issuance mechanisms. It offers a window into the broader financing environment and strategies employed by U.S. businesses.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on financial accounts and flow of funds information.
Historical Context
Economists and policymakers monitor this metric to gauge the health and flexibility of corporate financing conditions.
Key Facts
- The 'Other Means' share averaged 17.5% from 1952-2022.
- This indicator reached a high of 24.8% in 2009 during the financial crisis.
- Reliance on non-issuance financing tends to increase during periods of economic uncertainty.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Means of Financing: by Other Means' series tracks the portion of total U.S. corporate financing that comes from sources other than debt or equity issuance, such as internal cash generation or asset sales.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric offers insight into the broader financing environment and strategies employed by U.S. businesses, which is useful for economists and policymakers assessing the health and flexibility of corporate funding conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on financial accounts and flow of funds information.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers monitor this 'Other Means' financing indicator to gauge the overall health and flexibility of corporate funding conditions, which can have implications for investment, employment, and broader macroeconomic outcomes.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published quarterly with a lag, so there may be a delay of several months before the most recent figures are available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Means of Financing: by Other Means (MTSMFBOM133FMS), retrieved from FRED.