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

QFR301327USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

774.00

Year-over-Year Change

-54.04%

Date Range

10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025

Summary

This economic indicator tracks short-term bank loans for nonmetallic mineral product corporations in the United States. It provides insights into the short-term borrowing patterns and financial health of 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 volume of bank loans with an original maturity of one year or less for corporations in the nonmetallic mineral products industry. Economists use this data to assess credit access, business investment capacity, and potential economic pressures on this specific industrial segment.

Methodology

Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and compiled by federal economic research agencies.

Historical Context

This metric is used in macroeconomic analysis to understand sectoral credit dynamics, investment trends, and potential leading indicators of economic activity.

Key Facts

  • Focuses specifically on nonmetallic mineral product corporations
  • Measures bank loans with maturity of one year or less
  • Provides quarterly snapshot of short-term corporate borrowing

FAQs

Q: What industries are included in nonmetallic mineral products?

A: This category typically includes companies producing glass, cement, ceramics, and other mineral-based materials that are not metal-based.

Q: Why are short-term loans important?

A: Short-term loans help businesses manage cash flow, fund operational expenses, and support immediate investment needs.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a consistent view of lending trends in this industrial sector.

Q: What can changes in this metric indicate?

A: Fluctuations can signal changes in business confidence, credit market conditions, and potential economic pressures on the nonmetallic mineral products industry.

Q: Are there limitations to this data?

A: The metric covers only bank loans and does not include other forms of financing like bonds, equity, or alternative lending sources.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Nonmetallic Mineral Products: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks [QFR301327USNO], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025