Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food and Beverage Stores: Interest Expense
QFR105445USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
646.00
Year-over-Year Change
16.61%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the interest expenses for U.S. food and beverage store corporations, providing insight into their financial burden and borrowing costs. The trend helps analysts understand the financial health and operational challenges within this specific retail 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 metric represents the total interest payments made by food and beverage store corporations as part of their financial obligations. Economists use this data to assess sector-specific financial pressures, lending conditions, and potential impacts on business investment and expansion.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and compiled by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This trend is used in macroeconomic analysis to evaluate sector-specific financial trends, credit market conditions, and potential economic pressures on retail businesses.
Key Facts
- Tracks interest expenses for food and beverage store corporations
- Provides insights into sector-specific financial health
- Part of broader Federal Reserve economic monitoring
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures the total interest expenses paid by U.S. food and beverage store corporations in a given quarter, reflecting their borrowing costs and financial obligations.
Q: Why are interest expenses important for this sector?
A: Interest expenses impact profitability, reflect borrowing conditions, and can indicate financial stress or investment strategies within the food and beverage retail sector.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: The data is collected through mandatory quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and aggregated by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Q: How do economists use this trend?
A: Economists analyze this trend to understand credit market conditions, sector financial health, and potential economic pressures on retail businesses.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of the sector's financial landscape throughout the year.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food and Beverage Stores: Interest Expense [QFR105445USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025