Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Fabricated Metal Products: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Other Short-Term Loans, Including Commercial Paper
QFRD304332USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4,801.00
Year-over-Year Change
-45.76%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks short-term debt for U.S. corporations in the fabricated metal products sector, specifically focusing on loans with an original maturity of one year or less. The metric provides critical insights into corporate borrowing patterns and liquidity management in a specific industrial segment.
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 data represents the volume of short-term loans, including commercial paper, used by fabricated metal product companies to manage working capital and operational expenses. Economists analyze this trend to understand corporate financial strategies, credit market conditions, and potential indicators of business confidence.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and compiled by federal economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This metric is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to assess corporate financial health, credit market dynamics, and potential economic stress signals.
Key Facts
- Represents short-term debt for fabricated metal product corporations
- Includes loans and commercial paper with maturity under one year
- Provides insights into corporate liquidity and financial strategy
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks short-term loans and commercial paper for U.S. corporations in the fabricated metal products sector with a maturity of one year or less.
Q: Why is this trend important?
A: It helps economists and investors understand corporate borrowing patterns, financial health, and potential economic stress in a specific industrial sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically collected and reported on a quarterly basis by federal economic research agencies.
Q: What can this trend tell us about the economy?
A: Changes in short-term debt can indicate shifts in corporate confidence, credit market conditions, and potential economic challenges.
Q: Are there limitations to this economic indicator?
A: The data is specific to fabricated metal products and may not fully represent broader economic trends across all industries.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Fabricated Metal Products: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Other Short-Term Loans, Including Commercial Paper [QFRD304332USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025