Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Fabricated Metal Products: Current Portion of Long-Term Debt, Due in 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks
QFR310332USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3,731.00
Year-over-Year Change
40.26%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the short-term debt obligations of U.S. corporations in the fabricated metal products sector, specifically focusing on bank loans due within one year. Understanding these debt levels provides critical insights into corporate financial health and potential liquidity challenges.
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 current portion of long-term debt that fabricated metal product companies owe to banks in the near term, reflecting their short-term financial commitments. Economists analyze this trend to assess corporate financial stress, borrowing patterns, and potential economic pressures in the manufacturing sector.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations, aggregated and standardized by federal economic research institutions.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to evaluate corporate financial stability and potential credit market risks.
Key Facts
- Tracks short-term debt obligations in the fabricated metal products sector
- Provides insights into corporate financial liquidity and potential credit risks
- Part of broader quarterly financial reporting mechanisms
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures the current portion of long-term debt due within one year for U.S. corporations in the fabricated metal products sector, specifically loans from banks.
Q: Why is this trend important?
A: It helps economists and investors understand corporate financial health, potential liquidity challenges, and credit market dynamics in the manufacturing sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly as part of standard financial reporting requirements for corporations.
Q: What can changes in this indicator suggest?
A: Significant changes might indicate shifts in corporate borrowing strategies, financial stress, or broader economic conditions affecting the manufacturing sector.
Q: Are there limitations to this data?
A: The indicator represents a specific sector and time frame, so it 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: Fabricated Metal Products: Current Portion of Long-Term Debt, Due in 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks [QFR310332USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025