Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Manufacturing: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Other Short-Term Loans, Including Commercial Paper
QFRD304MFGUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
233,599.00
Year-over-Year Change
34.15%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks short-term debt for U.S. manufacturing corporations with maturities of one year or less, including commercial paper. It provides critical insights into corporate liquidity and short-term financial strategies in the manufacturing 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 trend represents manufacturers' access to and utilization of short-term financing mechanisms, which can signal overall economic health and corporate financial flexibility. Economists use this data to assess corporate borrowing patterns, potential cash flow challenges, and broader industrial sector financial conditions.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. manufacturing corporations, aggregating reported short-term loan and commercial paper information.
Historical Context
This metric is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to evaluate manufacturing sector financial resilience and potential economic stress indicators.
Key Facts
- Measures short-term debt for U.S. manufacturing corporations
- Includes commercial paper and loans with less than one-year maturity
- Provides quarterly snapshot of manufacturing sector financial health
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks short-term debt and commercial paper for U.S. manufacturing corporations with maturities under one year, reflecting corporate borrowing and liquidity.
Q: Why is this data important?
A: The indicator helps economists and investors understand manufacturing sector financial strategies, potential cash flow challenges, and overall economic conditions.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is collected and reported quarterly, providing a consistent and timely view of manufacturing sector financial trends.
Q: How can investors use this information?
A: Investors can analyze this trend to assess manufacturing sector financial health, potential investment risks, and broader economic indicators.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The indicator focuses specifically on U.S. manufacturing corporations and may not fully represent other sectors or global manufacturing trends.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Manufacturing: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Other Short-Term Loans, Including Commercial Paper [QFRD304MFGUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025