Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Wholesale Trade, Nondurable Goods: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Other Short-Term Loans, Including Commercial Paper

QFRD304422USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

9,933.00

Year-over-Year Change

39.98%

Date Range

10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025

Summary

This economic indicator tracks short-term debt for wholesale trade corporations in the nondurable goods 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 conditions for a specific segment of the U.S. economy.

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 volume of short-term loans, including commercial paper, utilized by nondurable goods wholesale trade companies to manage working capital and operational expenses. Economists use this data to assess corporate financial health, credit market conditions, and potential signals of economic stress or expansion.

Methodology

Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. corporations, compiled and standardized by federal economic reporting agencies.

Historical Context

This indicator is used by policymakers, financial analysts, and central bank economists to evaluate corporate credit dynamics and potential macroeconomic trends.

Key Facts

  • Focuses on short-term loans with maturity of one year or less
  • Specifically covers nondurable goods wholesale trade sector
  • Provides insights into corporate liquidity and financial strategies

FAQs

Q: What does this economic indicator measure?

A: It measures short-term debt for nondurable goods wholesale trade corporations, including commercial paper and loans with original maturity of one year or less.

Q: Why is this trend important for economists?

A: It provides insights into corporate borrowing patterns, credit market conditions, and potential economic stress or expansion signals.

Q: How frequently is this data updated?

A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis, reflecting the most recent financial reporting periods.

Q: What sectors are included in this indicator?

A: The indicator specifically covers the nondurable goods wholesale trade sector, which includes industries like food, pharmaceuticals, and other quickly consumed goods.

Q: What are the limitations of this economic indicator?

A: The data is sector-specific and may not represent the entire economy, and it relies on corporate financial reporting accuracy.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Wholesale Trade, Nondurable Goods: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Other Short-Term Loans, Including Commercial Paper [QFRD304422USNO], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025