Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Scientific Research and Development Services: Long-Term Debt, Due in More Than 1 Year: Loans from Banks
QFR316547USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
17,496.00
Year-over-Year Change
10.23%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks long-term bank loans for scientific research and development services in U.S. corporations, providing insight into research investment and sector-specific financing. It reflects the financial health and innovation capacity of the scientific research industry.
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 volume of bank loans extended to scientific R&D firms with repayment terms exceeding one year. Economists use this data to assess investment in innovation, technological development, and the financial strategies of research-intensive sectors.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations to regulatory agencies, tracking long-term debt instruments from banking institutions.
Historical Context
This trend is used in macroeconomic analysis to understand research sector financing, innovation investment, and potential technology development trajectories.
Key Facts
- Measures long-term bank loans for scientific research corporations
- Indicates investment capacity in research and development sectors
- Provides insights into innovation financing trends
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: It tracks long-term bank loans for scientific research and development corporations with repayment terms over one year.
Q: Why are these loans important?
A: These loans indicate the financial capacity for innovation and technological development in research-intensive industries.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: Data is gathered through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations to regulatory agencies.
Q: What can this trend tell economists?
A: It provides insights into research sector investment, innovation potential, and corporate financial strategies.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis, reflecting the most recent financial reporting period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Scientific Research and Development Services: Long-Term Debt, Due in More Than 1 Year: Loans from Banks [QFR316547USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025