Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Nonferrous Metals: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Other Short-Term Loans, Including Commercial Paper
QFRD304381USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
950.00
Year-over-Year Change
-29.99%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks short-term debt for nonferrous metals corporations in the United States, specifically focusing on loans with an original maturity of one year or less. The metric provides critical insights into corporate borrowing patterns and liquidity in a specific industrial sector.
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 aggregate short-term financial obligations of nonferrous metals companies, including commercial paper and other temporary loan instruments. Economists use this metric to assess corporate financial health, credit market conditions, and potential investment risks in the metals manufacturing sector.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and compiled by federal economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to understand credit market dynamics and corporate financial strategies in the nonferrous metals industry.
Key Facts
- Tracks short-term debt for nonferrous metals corporations
- Includes commercial paper and loans with less than one-year maturity
- Provides insights into corporate financial liquidity and borrowing trends
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: It measures short-term debt obligations for nonferrous metals corporations, including commercial paper and loans with an original maturity of one year or less.
Q: Why is this trend important for investors?
A: It offers insights into corporate financial health, credit market conditions, and potential investment risks in the nonferrous metals sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis through financial reports submitted by corporations.
Q: What industries are most affected by this trend?
A: Primarily the nonferrous metals manufacturing and related industrial sectors that rely on short-term financing.
Q: What are the limitations of this economic indicator?
A: The data is sector-specific and may not represent broader economic trends, and it relies on accurate corporate financial reporting.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Nonferrous Metals: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Other Short-Term Loans, Including Commercial Paper [QFRD304381USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025