Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Other Information: Long-Term Debt, Due in More Than 1 Year: Loans from Banks
QFR316519USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
64,358.00
Year-over-Year Change
65.26%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks long-term bank loans for U.S. corporations with repayment periods exceeding one year. It provides critical insight into corporate borrowing patterns and potential investment and expansion strategies.
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 value of bank loans extended to corporations for long-term financing needs, reflecting corporate financial health and credit market conditions. Economists use this data to assess business investment sentiment and potential economic growth trajectories.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by U.S. corporations to regulatory agencies, aggregating long-term bank loan information.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to evaluate corporate credit markets, monetary policy effectiveness, and potential economic expansion signals.
Key Facts
- Measures long-term bank loans for U.S. corporations
- Indicates corporate borrowing capacity and investment potential
- Provides quarterly snapshot of corporate financial strategies
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks long-term bank loans for U.S. corporations with repayment periods over one year, reflecting corporate borrowing and investment patterns.
Q: Why are long-term bank loans important?
A: They signal corporate financial health, investment intentions, and potential economic growth by showing companies' ability to secure financing.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is collected and reported quarterly, providing a current snapshot of corporate financial trends.
Q: How do policymakers use this information?
A: They analyze these trends to understand credit market conditions, assess monetary policy effectiveness, and predict potential economic developments.
Q: What limitations exist in this data?
A: The indicator represents aggregate corporate borrowing and may not capture sector-specific nuances or individual company variations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Other Information: Long-Term Debt, Due in More Than 1 Year: Loans from Banks [QFR316519USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025