Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Information: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Payable
QFR306INFUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
150,406.00
Year-over-Year Change
18.03%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks trade accounts and trade notes payable for U.S. corporations on a quarterly basis. It provides critical insight into corporate short-term financial obligations and liquidity conditions across the national business landscape.
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 aggregate amount of short-term trade credit that corporations owe to suppliers and vendors. Economists use this metric to assess business cycle dynamics, working capital management, and potential signs of financial stress or economic momentum.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. corporations, compiled and standardized by the Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to evaluate corporate financial health and potential macroeconomic trends.
Key Facts
- Measures short-term corporate financial obligations
- Provides quarterly snapshot of business credit conditions
- Reflects potential economic stress or expansion signals
FAQs
Q: What do trade accounts payable represent?
A: Trade accounts payable are short-term debts that corporations owe to suppliers for goods and services purchased on credit.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a current view of corporate financial obligations.
Q: Why are trade accounts payable important?
A: They indicate corporate cash flow management, purchasing activity, and potential signs of economic expansion or contraction.
Q: How do economists interpret changes in trade accounts payable?
A: Increases might suggest growing business activity, while decreases could indicate reduced spending or financial constraints.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The data represents aggregate corporate reporting and may not capture granular industry-specific or regional variations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Information: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Payable [QFR306INFUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025