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Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

LFINTTTTBRQ647N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

16,447,920.00

Year-over-Year Change

11.36%

Date Range

4/1/2002 - 7/1/2015

Summary

This trend measures quarterly total borrowing by nonfinancial businesses in the United States. It provides insights into business financing and investment activity, which are key indicators of economic conditions.

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 Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted total borrowing by nonfinancial businesses metric tracks the total amount of credit and loans obtained by U.S. businesses on a quarterly basis. It is used by economists and policymakers to assess the financing environment and investment trends for the broader business sector.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on surveys of financial institutions and businesses.

Historical Context

This trend is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to gauge the overall health of the business sector and broader economy.

Key Facts

  • Borrowing reached a record high of $583 billion in Q4 2021.
  • Borrowing declined sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.
  • Businesses use borrowing to finance capital investments and working capital.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total quarterly borrowing by nonfinancial businesses in the United States, providing insights into business financing and investment activity.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This metric is closely watched by economists and policymakers as an indicator of the overall health and financing conditions in the business sector, which is a key driver of economic growth.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on surveys of financial institutions and businesses.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The Federal Reserve and other institutions monitor this trend to assess the financing environment and investment activity of the business sector, which informs their economic policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is released on a quarterly basis, with a typical delay of several weeks after the end of the quarter.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LFINTTTTBRQ647N), retrieved from FRED.