Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Machinery: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Other Short-Term Loans, Including Commercial Paper
QFRD304333USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
12,842.00
Year-over-Year Change
57.13%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Tracks short-term debt obligations for U.S. corporations in the machinery sector. Provides critical insight into corporate financial liquidity and borrowing patterns.
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
Measures corporate short-term loans and commercial paper for machinery companies. Indicates financial flexibility and near-term funding strategies.
Methodology
Collected quarterly through comprehensive corporate financial reporting surveys.
Historical Context
Used by investors and analysts to assess corporate financial health and borrowing trends.
Key Facts
- Quarterly reporting frequency
- Includes commercial paper and short-term loans
- Critical indicator of corporate financial strategy
FAQs
Q: What does this series measure?
A: Tracks short-term debt for U.S. machinery corporations. Includes loans and commercial paper under one year.
Q: Why is short-term debt important?
A: Indicates corporate liquidity and ability to meet near-term financial obligations. Reflects financial health.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Updated quarterly through comprehensive corporate financial reporting.
Q: Who uses this economic data?
A: Investors, financial analysts, and policymakers use this to assess corporate financial trends.
Q: What's included in short-term debt?
A: Commercial paper, bank loans, and other debt instruments with maturity under one year.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: Machinery Short-Term Debt (QFRD304333USNO), retrieved from FRED.