Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Receivable (Less Allowance for Doubtful Accounts)
QFRD213311USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
58,977.00
Year-over-Year Change
-14.41%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks trade accounts and notes receivable for U.S. food corporations, providing insight into the financial health and cash flow dynamics of the food industry. It measures the outstanding amounts owed to food companies by their customers, reflecting business-to-business credit transactions and potential economic performance.
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 net receivables in the food sector, which economists use to assess credit conditions, business liquidity, and potential economic momentum. It helps analysts understand payment cycles, credit risk, and the overall financial interactions within the food industry supply chain.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by U.S. corporations, aggregated and adjusted to reflect net receivables after accounting for potential doubtful accounts.
Historical Context
This metric is used by policymakers, investors, and economic researchers to evaluate sectoral financial health, credit market conditions, and potential leading indicators of economic performance.
Key Facts
- Represents net trade accounts for U.S. food corporations
- Includes adjustments for potential uncollectible accounts
- Provides quarterly snapshot of food industry financial interactions
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures the outstanding trade accounts and notes receivable for U.S. food corporations, reflecting amounts owed to companies in the food sector.
Q: Why are trade receivables important?
A: Trade receivables indicate cash flow, credit conditions, and potential economic performance within the food industry supply chain.
Q: How is the data calculated?
A: The data is calculated by aggregating quarterly financial reports and subtracting an allowance for potentially doubtful accounts.
Q: Who uses this economic indicator?
A: Economists, investors, policymakers, and researchers use this indicator to assess financial health and economic trends in the food sector.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a regular snapshot of financial conditions in the U.S. food industry.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Receivable (Less Allowance for Doubtful Accounts) [QFRD213311USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025