Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Durable Manufacturing: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks
QFR301DURUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
34,436.00
Year-over-Year Change
-8.74%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks short-term bank loans for durable manufacturing corporations in the United States. It provides insights into corporate borrowing patterns and potential financial stress in a critical sector of the economy.
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 for durable manufacturing companies. Economists use this metric to assess corporate liquidity, credit conditions, and potential investment or expansion activities.
Methodology
Data is collected through the Quarterly Financial Report (QFR) survey conducted by the U.S. Federal Reserve, capturing loan information directly from corporate financial statements.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by policymakers, financial analysts, and investors to gauge manufacturing sector financial health and potential economic momentum.
Key Facts
- Measures short-term bank loans for durable manufacturing corporations
- Provides quarterly snapshot of corporate borrowing trends
- Reflects potential investment and expansion capabilities in manufacturing
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks short-term bank loans with maturities of one year or less for durable manufacturing corporations in the United States.
Q: Why are short-term loans important for manufacturers?
A: Short-term loans provide working capital for operational expenses, inventory purchases, and potential expansion investments.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly through the Federal Reserve's Quarterly Financial Report survey.
Q: What can changes in this indicator suggest about the economy?
A: Increases might indicate growing business confidence, while decreases could signal economic uncertainty or reduced investment appetite.
Q: Are there limitations to this economic indicator?
A: The data represents a specific subset of manufacturing loans and should be analyzed alongside other economic indicators for comprehensive insights.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Durable Manufacturing: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks [QFR301DURUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025