Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Wholesale Trade, Durable Goods: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks
QFR301421USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
35,118.00
Year-over-Year Change
36.46%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks short-term bank loans for wholesale trade and durable goods corporations in the United States. It provides critical insight into corporate borrowing patterns and liquidity in a key sector of the economy.
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 trend represents the volume of bank loans with an original maturity of one year or less for wholesale trade and durable goods companies. Economists use this data to assess corporate financial health, credit accessibility, and potential economic momentum.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and compiled by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This metric is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to evaluate credit conditions and potential economic expansion or contraction.
Key Facts
- Measures short-term bank loans for specific corporate sectors
- Indicates corporate borrowing capacity and financial strategy
- Provides quarterly snapshot of credit market conditions
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks short-term bank loans with a maturity of one year or less for wholesale trade and durable goods corporations in the United States.
Q: Why are short-term loans important?
A: Short-term loans help businesses manage cash flow, fund operations, and invest in immediate growth opportunities.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly by the U.S. Federal Reserve as part of its comprehensive financial reporting.
Q: How do economists use this information?
A: Economists analyze this trend to assess corporate financial health, credit market conditions, and potential economic momentum.
Q: What limitations exist in this data?
A: The data is sector-specific and represents a snapshot in time, so it should be considered alongside other economic indicators.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Wholesale Trade, Durable Goods: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks [QFR301421USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025