Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Miscellaneous Manufacturing: Interest Expense
QFR105339USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2,195.00
Year-over-Year Change
26.22%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend tracks the interest expenses of U.S. corporations in the miscellaneous manufacturing sector, providing insights into their borrowing costs and financial health. Understanding these expenses helps economists and investors assess corporate financial strategies and potential economic pressures.
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 interest expense metric reflects the total cost of debt financing for miscellaneous manufacturing firms, indicating their leverage and capital structure. Economists analyze this trend to understand corporate investment behaviors, financial stress, and potential impacts on broader economic performance.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations, aggregated and standardized by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This trend is used in macroeconomic analysis to assess corporate financial conditions, potential investment risks, and sectoral economic health.
Key Facts
- Represents interest expenses for miscellaneous manufacturing corporations
- Provides quarterly insights into corporate borrowing costs
- Helps economists assess financial health of manufacturing sector
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: It measures the total interest expenses of U.S. corporations in the miscellaneous manufacturing sector, reflecting their debt financing costs.
Q: Why are interest expenses important?
A: Interest expenses indicate a company's borrowing costs, financial leverage, and potential financial stress, which can impact overall economic performance.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of corporate financial conditions in the manufacturing sector.
Q: How do economists use this trend?
A: Economists analyze this trend to understand corporate investment strategies, assess sector-wide financial health, and predict potential economic shifts.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The trend focuses specifically on miscellaneous manufacturing and may not fully represent the entire manufacturing sector or broader economic conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Miscellaneous Manufacturing: Interest Expense [QFR105339USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025