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

QFR301OTRUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

18,944.00

Year-over-Year Change

10.65%

Date Range

10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025

Summary

This economic indicator tracks short-term bank loans for all other retail trade corporations in the United States. It provides critical insights into the short-term borrowing patterns and financial health of the retail 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 retail corporations outside of major retail categories. Economists use this data to assess credit accessibility, business liquidity, and potential economic stress in the retail industry.

Methodology

Data is collected quarterly through the Federal Reserve's Quarterly Financial Report, aggregating loan information from financial institutions and corporate financial statements.

Historical Context

This metric is used by policymakers, financial analysts, and central bank officials to evaluate credit conditions, potential economic risks, and the overall financial resilience of the retail sector.

Key Facts

  • Measures short-term bank loans for non-major retail corporations
  • Provides quarterly snapshot of retail sector borrowing
  • Indicates credit accessibility and financial health of retailers

FAQs

Q: What does this economic indicator measure?

A: It tracks short-term bank loans with a maturity of one year or less for all other retail trade corporations in the United States.

Q: Why are short-term loans important for retailers?

A: Short-term loans help retailers manage cash flow, purchase inventory, and handle seasonal business fluctuations.

Q: How is this data collected?

A: The Federal Reserve collects this data quarterly through financial reports and surveys of banking institutions and corporations.

Q: How do policymakers use this information?

A: Policymakers analyze this trend to understand credit market conditions, potential economic risks, and the financial health of the retail sector.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a regular snapshot of short-term lending in the retail industry.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Other Retail Trade: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks [QFR301OTRUSNO], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025