Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Wholesale Trade, Durable Goods: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Payable
QFR306421USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
187,872.00
Year-over-Year Change
-1.76%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks trade accounts and trade notes payable for wholesale trade in durable goods sectors across U.S. corporations. It provides critical insights into short-term business credit dynamics and inter-company financial relationships.
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 financial obligations of wholesale businesses in durable goods sectors, reflecting their short-term credit arrangements and purchasing behaviors. Economists use this data to assess business liquidity, supply chain financial health, and potential leading indicators of economic activity.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial surveys of U.S. corporations, aggregating trade accounts and notes payable using standardized accounting methodologies.
Historical Context
This trend is utilized by policymakers, financial analysts, and economists to understand business credit conditions, supply chain financial dynamics, and potential economic momentum.
Key Facts
- Measures short-term financial obligations in wholesale durable goods sectors
- Provides insights into inter-company credit relationships
- Quarterly data series tracking corporate financial dynamics
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator specifically measure?
A: It tracks trade accounts and notes payable for U.S. wholesale corporations in durable goods sectors, representing their short-term financial obligations.
Q: Why is this trend important for economic analysis?
A: The indicator helps economists understand business credit conditions, supply chain financial health, and potential leading economic indicators.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is collected and reported on a quarterly basis, providing regular snapshots of corporate financial dynamics.
Q: What sectors are most relevant to this trend?
A: Wholesale trade sectors dealing with durable goods, including manufacturing, equipment, and industrial supply chains.
Q: What are potential limitations of this data?
A: The trend represents a specific subset of corporate finance 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: Wholesale Trade, Durable Goods: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Payable [QFR306421USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025