Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Retail Trade: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Other Short-Term Loans, Including Commercial Paper
QFRD304RETUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
21,609.00
Year-over-Year Change
-10.10%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks short-term debt for U.S. retail corporations with maturities of one year or less, including commercial paper. The trend provides critical insights into corporate liquidity and short-term financial strategies in the retail 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 metric represents the aggregate short-term borrowing activities of retail corporations, reflecting their immediate financing needs and working capital management. Economists use this data to assess corporate financial health, credit market conditions, and potential economic pressures.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and compiled by federal economic research institutions.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to evaluate corporate financial strategies and potential economic risks.
Key Facts
- Measures short-term debt for retail corporations with maturities under one year
- Includes various forms of short-term financing like commercial paper
- Provides insights into corporate liquidity and financial strategies
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks short-term debt for U.S. retail corporations with maturities of one year or less, including commercial paper and other short-term loans.
Q: Why is this trend important for investors?
A: It offers insights into corporate financial health, liquidity, and potential economic pressures in the retail sector.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly through financial reports submitted by corporations.
Q: What can this trend tell us about the broader economy?
A: It can indicate corporate confidence, credit market conditions, and potential economic challenges or opportunities.
Q: Are there limitations to this economic indicator?
A: The data is specific to the retail sector and may not fully represent the entire corporate landscape or economic conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Retail Trade: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Other Short-Term Loans, Including Commercial Paper [QFRD304RETUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025