Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Machinery: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks
QFR301333USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2,253.00
Year-over-Year Change
-21.36%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks short-term bank loans for machinery-related corporations in the United States. It provides insights into corporate borrowing patterns and financial health within the manufacturing equipment 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 quarterly volume of bank loans with original maturities of one year or less specifically for machinery companies. Economists use this metric to assess corporate liquidity, investment appetite, and potential economic expansion in the industrial equipment segment.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. corporations in the machinery sector, compiled and reported by federal economic research institutions.
Historical Context
This indicator is utilized by policymakers, financial analysts, and investors to gauge industrial credit conditions and potential economic momentum.
Key Facts
- Measures short-term bank loans for machinery corporations
- Reflects quarterly borrowing trends in industrial equipment sector
- Provides insight into corporate financial strategies and economic conditions
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator specifically measure?
A: It tracks short-term bank loans with maturities of one year or less for U.S. machinery corporations, indicating their borrowing and investment patterns.
Q: Why are short-term loans important for machinery companies?
A: Short-term loans help companies manage cash flow, invest in equipment, and respond quickly to market opportunities without long-term financial commitments.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of corporate borrowing in the machinery sector.
Q: How do economists interpret this trend?
A: Economists use this indicator to assess corporate financial health, investment trends, and potential economic growth in the manufacturing sector.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The indicator focuses solely on machinery corporations and short-term bank loans, which means it doesn't capture the entire spectrum of corporate financing.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Machinery: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks [QFR301333USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025