Nonfinancial Noncorporate Business; Loans Including Foreign Direct Investment Intercompany Debt; Liability, Level

NNBTLBA027N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

7,779,372.00

Year-over-Year Change

90.04%

Date Range

1/1/1945 - 1/1/2024

Summary

This economic trend measures the total liabilities associated with loans, including foreign direct investment intercompany debt, held by the U.S. nonfinancial noncorporate business sector. It provides insights into the financing sources and debt levels of small businesses and sole proprietorships.

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 Nonfinancial Noncorporate Business; Loans Including Foreign Direct Investment Intercompany Debt; Liability, Level series tracks the outstanding loan liabilities of the U.S. nonfinancial noncorporate business sector. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to monitor the financing conditions and debt burdens of small businesses, a key driver of economic growth.

Methodology

The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve as part of the Flow of Funds Accounts.

Historical Context

This trend is closely watched by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers to assess the financial health and credit access of small businesses.

Key Facts

  • The nonfinancial noncorporate business sector includes sole proprietorships, partnerships, and other small businesses.
  • Loan liabilities reached a record high of $5.3 trillion in Q4 2021.
  • Small businesses account for nearly half of U.S. private-sector employment.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total outstanding loan liabilities, including foreign direct investment intercompany debt, held by the U.S. nonfinancial noncorporate business sector.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This metric provides insights into the financing conditions and debt burdens of small businesses, which are a critical driver of economic growth and employment in the United States.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve as part of the Flow of Funds Accounts.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers to assess the financial health and credit access of small businesses, which can inform policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published quarterly with a lag of approximately 3 months.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Nonfinancial Noncorporate Business; Loans Including Foreign Direct Investment Intercompany Debt; Liability, Level (NNBTLBA027N), retrieved from FRED.