Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Scientific Research and Development Services: Current Portion of Long-Term Debt, Due in 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks
QFR310547USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,239.00
Year-over-Year Change
1.14%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the current portion of long-term debt due within one year for U.S. scientific research and development service corporations. It provides critical insight into the short-term financial obligations and liquidity of innovative service sector companies.
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 near-term debt commitments of scientific R&D service firms, reflecting their financial health and potential investment capacity. Economists use this data to assess the financial stability and borrowing patterns of knowledge-intensive industries.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations in the scientific research and development services sector, compiled and standardized by federal economic reporting agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to understand the financial dynamics of technology and innovation-driven sectors.
Key Facts
- Measures short-term debt obligations for scientific research corporations
- Indicates financial health of innovation-driven service sectors
- Provides insights into corporate borrowing and investment patterns
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator specifically measure?
A: It tracks the current portion of long-term debt due within one year for U.S. scientific research and development service corporations.
Q: Why is this trend important for investors?
A: It helps investors assess the financial stability and short-term debt management of technology and research-intensive companies.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis through official financial reporting mechanisms.
Q: What can this trend tell us about the innovation sector?
A: It provides insights into the financial capacity and borrowing patterns of companies driving technological research and development.
Q: Are there limitations to this economic indicator?
A: The data is specific to scientific R&D services and may not fully represent the entire technology or innovation ecosystem.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Scientific Research and Development Services: Current Portion of Long-Term Debt, Due in 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks [QFR310547USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025