Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Furniture and Related Products: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Receivable (Less Allowance for Doubtful Accounts)

QFRD213337USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

7,628.00

Year-over-Year Change

-9.54%

Date Range

10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025

Summary

This economic indicator tracks trade accounts and notes receivable for U.S. furniture corporations, providing insight into the financial health and credit dynamics of the furniture manufacturing and related products sector. It serves as a key metric for understanding short-term financial transactions and potential economic performance in this specific 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 trend represents the net receivables for furniture and related product companies, reflecting their outstanding sales credits after accounting for potential bad debts. Economists use this data to assess industry liquidity, credit risk, and potential economic momentum in the manufacturing sector.

Methodology

Data is collected through quarterly financial reporting by corporations in the furniture and related products industry, compiled and standardized by federal economic research agencies.

Historical Context

This indicator is used by financial analysts, policymakers, and investors to evaluate sector-specific economic trends and potential credit market conditions.

Key Facts

  • Measures net receivables in the U.S. furniture and related products sector
  • Provides insights into industry credit and financial health
  • Part of broader economic indicator tracking manufacturing financial performance

FAQs

Q: What does this economic indicator measure?

A: It tracks trade accounts and notes receivable for U.S. furniture corporations, showing outstanding sales credits after accounting for potential bad debts.

Q: Why are trade receivables important?

A: Trade receivables indicate a company's ability to collect payments and provide insights into its financial liquidity and credit management.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a regular snapshot of the industry's financial performance.

Q: How do economists use this information?

A: Economists analyze this data to understand sector-specific economic trends, credit market conditions, and potential manufacturing performance.

Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?

A: The data is specific to the furniture and related products sector and may not represent broader economic trends across all industries.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Furniture and Related Products: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Receivable (Less Allowance for Doubtful Accounts) [QFRD213337USNO], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025