Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks

QFR301311USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

8,913.00

Year-over-Year Change

-2.92%

Date Range

10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025

Summary

Tracks short-term bank loans for food corporations, providing insight into industry liquidity and financial health. Critical for understanding working capital dynamics in the food 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

This metric measures bank loans with maturities of one year or less for U.S. food corporations. It reflects short-term financial strategies and credit access.

Methodology

Data collected quarterly through comprehensive corporate financial reporting surveys.

Historical Context

Used by financial analysts to assess credit conditions in the food manufacturing industry.

Key Facts

  • Indicates short-term financial flexibility of food corporations
  • Reflects banking sector's lending to food manufacturing
  • Quarterly data provides timely economic insights

FAQs

Q: What does this financial metric represent?

A: It shows short-term bank loans for U.S. food corporations with maturities under one year. Helps track industry financial health.

Q: Why are short-term loans important for food corporations?

A: They provide working capital for operations, inventory management, and seasonal business fluctuations.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: The data is collected and reported quarterly by the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Q: Can this metric predict industry financial trends?

A: It offers insights into credit access and financial strategies in the food manufacturing sector.

Q: What limitations exist in this data?

A: Represents aggregate data and may not reflect individual corporate experiences precisely.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: Food Corporate Short-Term Debt (QFR301311USNO), retrieved from FRED.