Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motor Vehicles and Parts: Current Portion of Long-Term Debt, Due in 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks
QFR310376USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,450.00
Year-over-Year Change
-13.33%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the short-term debt obligations of U.S. motor vehicle and parts corporations due within one year, specifically focusing on bank loans. It provides critical insight into the financial health and near-term borrowing dynamics of a key manufacturing sector.
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 current portion of long-term debt that automotive corporations must repay within the next 12 months through bank loans. Economists use this metric to assess corporate liquidity, financial stress, and potential investment or expansion capabilities in the automotive manufacturing sector.
Methodology
Data is collected quarterly through comprehensive financial reporting by U.S. corporations in the motor vehicles and parts industry, compiled and standardized by federal economic research institutions.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to evaluate credit conditions, sectoral financial health, and potential economic pressures in the automotive manufacturing ecosystem.
Key Facts
- Measures short-term debt obligations in the U.S. automotive sector
- Provides quarterly insights into corporate financial liquidity
- Reflects potential financial stress and borrowing capacity
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator specifically measure?
A: It tracks the current portion of long-term bank loans due within one year for U.S. motor vehicle and parts corporations.
Q: Why is this trend important for investors?
A: It offers insights into corporate financial health, potential investment risks, and the automotive sector's short-term financial obligations.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis, providing regular snapshots of the sector's financial condition.
Q: Can this indicator predict economic challenges?
A: It can signal potential financial stress or stability in the automotive manufacturing sector, which can be an early indicator of broader economic trends.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The indicator focuses solely on bank loans and does not capture all forms of corporate debt or financial obligations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Motor Vehicles and Parts: Current Portion of Long-Term Debt, Due in 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks [QFR310376USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025