Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Nondurable Manufacturing: Total Current Liabilities
QFRTCLNDUUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,204,924.00
Year-over-Year Change
6.07%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Quarterly Financial Report for U.S. Corporations: All Nondurable Manufacturing: Total Current Liabilities measures the total short-term obligations of nondurable manufacturing firms in the United States. This metric is important for assessing the financial health and liquidity of the nondurable goods 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
This economic indicator tracks the total current liabilities, such as accounts payable and short-term debt, held by U.S. corporations in the nondurable manufacturing industry. It provides insight into the financing and working capital needs of this key economic sector.
Methodology
The data is collected through quarterly surveys of U.S. corporations conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Historical Context
Analysts and policymakers use this metric to evaluate the financial conditions and credit-worthiness of the nondurable manufacturing industry.
Key Facts
- Nondurable manufacturing accounts for over $2 trillion in annual U.S. economic output.
- Total current liabilities for this sector peaked at $1.2 trillion in 2008.
- Current liabilities have trended downward since the Great Recession.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Quarterly Financial Report for U.S. Corporations: All Nondurable Manufacturing: Total Current Liabilities measures the short-term obligations and financing needs of companies in the nondurable manufacturing industry.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the financial health and liquidity of a key economic sector, which is important for analysts, investors, and policymakers assessing economic conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through quarterly surveys of U.S. corporations conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Analysts and policymakers use this metric to evaluate the credit-worthiness and financing needs of the nondurable manufacturing industry, which can inform decisions around monetary and fiscal policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published on a quarterly basis, with a typical 3-month lag between the end of the reference quarter and the release of the report.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Nondurable Manufacturing: Total Current Liabilities (QFRTCLNDUUSNO), retrieved from FRED.