Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food: Total Liabilities
QFRTL311USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
517,570.00
Year-over-Year Change
-3.15%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the total liabilities of U.S. corporations in the food sector, providing insight into the financial health and debt obligations of food industry companies. Understanding these liabilities helps economists and investors assess the sector's financial stability and potential economic risks.
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 total liabilities metric represents the aggregate financial obligations of food corporations, including short-term and long-term debt, accounts payable, and other financial commitments. Economists use this data to evaluate the financial leverage, risk exposure, and overall economic performance of the food industry.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations, compiled and analyzed by government economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is crucial for assessing industry-wide financial health, informing investment decisions, and understanding potential systemic risks in the food sector.
Key Facts
- Represents comprehensive financial obligations of U.S. food corporations
- Provides quarterly snapshot of industry financial health
- Includes both short-term and long-term debt instruments
FAQs
Q: What does total liabilities indicate about a company's financial health?
A: Total liabilities show the full range of financial obligations a company must meet, including debt, accounts payable, and other financial commitments. Higher liabilities can indicate growth or potential financial strain.
Q: How do total liabilities impact the food industry?
A: Total liabilities reflect the financial leverage and potential risk in the food sector, influencing investment decisions, credit ratings, and overall economic assessment of the industry.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The Quarterly Financial Report is typically updated on a quarterly basis, providing a consistent and current view of corporate financial conditions.
Q: Why are food sector liabilities important for economic analysis?
A: Food is a critical industry, and its financial health can indicate broader economic trends, consumer spending patterns, and potential systemic risks.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The data represents aggregate corporate reporting and may not capture the nuanced financial situations of individual companies or smaller enterprises.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food: Total Liabilities [QFRTL311USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025