Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Iron, Steel, and Ferroalloys: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Payable
QFR306371USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
14,618.00
Year-over-Year Change
-8.93%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks trade accounts and trade notes payable specifically for U.S. corporations in the iron, steel, and ferroalloys sector. It provides critical insights into short-term financial obligations and credit dynamics within a key industrial manufacturing segment.
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 outstanding short-term financial liabilities of corporations in the iron, steel, and ferroalloys industry, reflecting their current credit relationships and financial commitments. Economists use this data to assess industry financial health, credit conditions, and potential supply chain pressures.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial surveys and reporting by corporations in the specified industrial sector, compiled and standardized by federal economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is utilized in macroeconomic analysis to understand industrial credit markets, manufacturing sector financial stability, and potential leading indicators of economic performance.
Key Facts
- Tracks short-term financial obligations in U.S. steel and ferroalloys corporations
- Provides quarterly snapshot of industry credit conditions
- Reflects potential financial stress or stability in manufacturing sector
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures trade accounts and trade notes payable for U.S. corporations in the iron, steel, and ferroalloys industry, representing their short-term financial liabilities.
Q: Why is this trend important for economists?
A: It offers insights into industry credit conditions, financial health, and potential leading indicators of manufacturing sector performance.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis, providing a regular snapshot of the industry's financial obligations.
Q: What can changes in this trend indicate?
A: Significant changes might signal shifts in industry credit access, financial stress, or broader economic conditions affecting manufacturing.
Q: Are there limitations to this economic indicator?
A: The data is specific to iron, steel, and ferroalloys corporations and may not fully represent the entire manufacturing sector's financial conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Iron, Steel, and Ferroalloys: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Payable [QFR306371USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025