Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Mining: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks
QFR301MINUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,318.00
Year-over-Year Change
-30.60%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks short-term bank loans for mining corporations in the United States, providing insight into the sector's financial liquidity and borrowing patterns. The data reveals how mining companies manage their short-term financial obligations and access credit markets.
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 value of bank loans with an original maturity of one year or less for mining corporations, which serves as a key indicator of financial health and operational funding in the mining industry. Economists use this data to assess credit conditions, investment potential, and financial stress within the mining sector.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by mining corporations to regulatory agencies, aggregated and standardized by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to evaluate credit market dynamics, sectoral financial health, and potential economic risks in the mining industry.
Key Facts
- Measures short-term bank loans specifically for the mining sector
- Reflects corporate borrowing with maturities of one year or less
- Provides quarterly insights into mining industry financial conditions
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks the total value of bank loans with original maturities of one year or less for U.S. mining corporations, indicating their short-term financial borrowing.
Q: Why are short-term loans important for mining companies?
A: Short-term loans help mining companies manage operational expenses, fund equipment purchases, and maintain cash flow during fluctuating market conditions.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of the mining sector's financial borrowing patterns.
Q: What can changes in this trend indicate?
A: Significant changes can signal shifts in credit availability, industry confidence, or broader economic conditions affecting the mining sector.
Q: Are there limitations to this economic indicator?
A: The data only covers U.S. mining corporations and loans from banks, potentially excluding other financing sources or international operations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Mining: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks [QFR301MINUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025