Nonfinancial Noncorporate Business; Debt Securities; Asset, Transactions
NNBDSAA027N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3,160.00
Year-over-Year Change
-34.44%
Date Range
1/1/1946 - 1/1/2024
Summary
This economic trend measures the transactions in debt securities held as assets by the U.S. nonfinancial noncorporate business sector. It provides insight into the financing activities and debt levels of small businesses and sole proprietorships.
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 Nonfinancial Noncorporate Business; Debt Securities; Asset, Transactions series tracks the changes in the value of debt securities, such as bonds and commercial paper, that are held as assets by the nonfinancial noncorporate business sector. This sector includes small businesses, sole proprietorships, and other unincorporated enterprises.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve as part of the Flow of Funds Accounts.
Historical Context
This metric is used by economists and policymakers to monitor the financing activities and debt levels of the small business sector.
Key Facts
- Nonfinancial noncorporate businesses account for over 50% of U.S. private sector employment.
- Debt securities are a key source of financing for small businesses and sole proprietorships.
- Trends in this metric can signal changes in the credit conditions and financing activities of the small business sector.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the transactions, or changes in holdings, of debt securities such as bonds and commercial paper that are held as assets by the U.S. nonfinancial noncorporate business sector.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the financing activities and debt levels of small businesses and sole proprietorships, which are a crucial part of the U.S. economy. Monitoring this data can help economists and policymakers assess credit conditions and financing trends in the small business sector.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve as part of the Flow of Funds Accounts.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers use this metric to monitor the financing activities and debt levels of the small business sector, which can inform decisions around credit conditions, small business support programs, and broader economic policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Nonfinancial Noncorporate Business; Debt Securities; Asset, Transactions data is published quarterly by the Federal Reserve with a typical delay of 3 months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Nonfinancial Noncorporate Business; Debt Securities; Asset, Transactions (NNBDSAA027N), retrieved from FRED.