Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Basic Chemicals, Resins, and Synthetics: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Payable
QFR306375USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
37,966.00
Year-over-Year Change
-2.73%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks trade accounts and trade notes payable for U.S. corporations in the basic chemicals, resins, and synthetics sector, providing insight into short-term financial obligations. It serves as a key indicator of financial health and liquidity within this critical 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 commitments of corporations in the chemical manufacturing industry, reflecting their current purchasing and credit activities. Economists use this data to assess supply chain dynamics, credit conditions, and potential financial stress in the sector.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial surveys of U.S. corporations, compiled and standardized by federal economic reporting agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to understand credit market conditions and potential economic pressures in the manufacturing sector.
Key Facts
- Measures short-term financial obligations in the chemical manufacturing sector
- Provides insight into corporate liquidity and credit conditions
- Part of broader quarterly financial reporting for U.S. corporations
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks trade accounts and notes payable for U.S. corporations in the basic chemicals, resins, and synthetics industry, representing their short-term financial commitments.
Q: Why is this trend important for economists?
A: The trend helps economists understand credit market conditions, supply chain dynamics, and potential financial stress in the manufacturing sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly as part of the Federal Reserve's financial reporting survey of U.S. corporations.
Q: How can investors use this information?
A: Investors can use this trend to assess the financial health and credit conditions of corporations in the chemical manufacturing industry.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The data represents a snapshot of financial obligations and may not capture rapid changes in market conditions or individual corporate strategies.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Basic Chemicals, Resins, and Synthetics: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Payable [QFR306375USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025