Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Nonferrous Metals: Interest Expense

QFR105381USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

443.00

Year-over-Year Change

28.78%

Date Range

10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025

Summary

Tracks quarterly interest expenses for nonferrous metals corporations in the United States. Provides insight into financing costs and financial health of the metals industry.

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 metric measures the total interest payments made by nonferrous metals companies. It reflects borrowing costs and financial strategy of corporations in the sector.

Methodology

Data collected through quarterly financial reporting by U.S. nonferrous metals corporations.

Historical Context

Used by investors and analysts to assess corporate financial performance and borrowing trends.

Key Facts

  • Reflects financing costs for metals corporations
  • Quarterly reporting provides current financial insights
  • Indicates borrowing trends in the metals sector

FAQs

Q: What does interest expense indicate about a company?

A: Interest expense shows the cost of borrowing and can reveal a company's financial leverage and debt management strategy.

Q: How do interest expenses impact corporate profitability?

A: Higher interest expenses can reduce net income and indicate increased financial risk for corporations.

Q: Why track interest expenses in the nonferrous metals sector?

A: It provides insights into industry-specific financial health and borrowing patterns.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: The data is reported quarterly, offering regular updates on corporate financial performance.

Q: What factors influence interest expenses?

A: Market interest rates, corporate credit ratings, and overall economic conditions impact borrowing costs.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Nonferrous Metals: Interest Expense (QFR105381USNO), retrieved from FRED.