Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food and Beverage Stores: Total Liabilities
QFRTL445USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
161,246.00
Year-over-Year Change
16.55%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the total liabilities of U.S. corporations in the food and beverage store sector, providing insight into the financial health and debt obligations of these businesses. The metric is crucial for understanding financial leverage, investment potential, and economic resilience in this key retail segment.
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
Total liabilities represent the aggregate financial obligations of food and beverage store corporations, including short-term and long-term debt, accounts payable, and other financial commitments. Economists analyze this trend to assess sector-wide financial strategies, potential risk factors, and overall economic performance in the retail food industry.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations, aggregated and standardized by federal economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to evaluate sector-specific economic trends, credit conditions, and potential market interventions.
Key Facts
- Represents comprehensive financial obligations of food and beverage store corporations
- Provides quarterly snapshot of sector-wide financial health
- Includes both short-term and long-term debt instruments
FAQs
Q: What does total liabilities indicate about a business sector?
A: Total liabilities reveal the financial obligations and potential risk levels within the food and beverage retail sector, reflecting debt management and financial strategy.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis, providing a current view of the sector's financial landscape.
Q: Why are total liabilities important for investors?
A: Investors use total liabilities to assess a sector's financial health, debt levels, and potential investment risks or opportunities.
Q: How do economic conditions impact total liabilities?
A: Economic factors like interest rates, consumer spending, and market conditions can significantly influence corporate debt levels and financial strategies.
Q: What are the limitations of this economic indicator?
A: While comprehensive, the indicator provides an aggregate view and may not capture individual corporate nuances or emerging market trends.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Food and Beverage Stores: Total Liabilities [QFRTL445USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025