Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Nonmetallic Mineral Products: Interest Expense
QFR105327USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,132.00
Year-over-Year Change
72.56%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the interest expenses for nonmetallic mineral product corporations in the United States on a quarterly basis. It provides insights into the financial burden and borrowing costs for companies in this specific industrial 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 trend represents the total interest payments made by corporations in the nonmetallic mineral products industry, reflecting their debt obligations and financing strategies. Economists use this data to assess corporate financial health, investment patterns, and potential economic pressures in this manufacturing segment.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of corporate financial statements, compiled and standardized by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This metric is used in macroeconomic analysis to understand sectoral financial trends, corporate investment cycles, and potential indicators of economic stress or expansion.
Key Facts
- Tracks quarterly interest expenses for nonmetallic mineral product corporations
- Provides insights into corporate borrowing and financial strategies
- Part of broader Federal Reserve economic monitoring efforts
FAQs
Q: What industries are included in nonmetallic mineral products?
A: This category typically includes manufacturers of glass, ceramics, cement, concrete, and other mineral-based products that are not metallic in nature.
Q: How do interest expenses impact corporate performance?
A: Higher interest expenses can indicate increased borrowing costs, which may reduce profitability and signal potential financial challenges for corporations.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of financial trends in the nonmetallic mineral products sector.
Q: Why are interest expenses important for economic analysis?
A: Interest expenses can reveal corporate investment strategies, borrowing costs, and potential economic pressures within specific industrial sectors.
Q: What are the limitations of this economic indicator?
A: The data represents a specific sector and may not fully capture broader economic trends, so it should be analyzed in conjunction with other economic indicators.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Nonmetallic Mineral Products: Interest Expense [QFR105327USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025