Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Nondurable Manufacturing: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Payable
QFR306NDUUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
393,897.00
Year-over-Year Change
-1.63%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks trade accounts and notes payable for U.S. nondurable manufacturing corporations, providing insights into short-term business credit and financial obligations. It serves as a critical indicator of manufacturing sector financial health and liquidity.
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 total outstanding trade credit that nondurable manufacturing firms owe to suppliers and vendors. Economists use this data to assess working capital management, supply chain dynamics, and potential financial stress in manufacturing sectors.
Methodology
Data is collected quarterly through comprehensive financial surveys of U.S. corporate entities, compiled and standardized by the Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
Policymakers and financial analysts use this trend to evaluate manufacturing sector credit conditions, potential economic constraints, and broader industrial financial performance.
Key Facts
- Represents short-term financial obligations in nondurable manufacturing
- Quarterly data provides snapshot of sector's credit dynamics
- Reflects supply chain financial interactions and corporate liquidity
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks trade accounts and notes payable for U.S. nondurable manufacturing corporations, showing short-term financial obligations to suppliers.
Q: Why is this trend important for economists?
A: It provides insights into manufacturing sector financial health, credit conditions, and potential economic stress or stability.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is collected and reported quarterly by the Federal Reserve, offering regular snapshots of manufacturing financial conditions.
Q: What industries are included in nondurable manufacturing?
A: Includes sectors like food, beverages, textiles, paper products, chemicals, and petroleum products.
Q: How can investors use this information?
A: Investors can assess manufacturing sector financial trends, potential credit risks, and overall economic performance indicators.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Nondurable Manufacturing: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Payable [QFR306NDUUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025