Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Retail Trade: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Loans from Banks
QFR301RETUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
20,539.00
Year-over-Year Change
9.44%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Measures short-term bank loans for U.S. retail trade corporations. Provides crucial insights into retail sector borrowing and financial strategies.
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
Tracks short-term debt with original maturity of one year or less for retail trade companies. Indicates sector's financial liquidity and borrowing patterns.
Methodology
Collected through quarterly financial reporting by retail trade corporations.
Historical Context
Used by economists to assess retail sector financial health and credit conditions.
Key Facts
- Represents short-term bank loans in retail sector
- Provides insight into retail industry borrowing trends
- Quarterly data offers timely financial information
FAQs
Q: What does this financial report track?
A: It measures short-term bank loans for U.S. retail trade corporations with maturity of one year or less.
Q: How frequently is the data updated?
A: The report is updated quarterly, providing recent insights into retail sector borrowing.
Q: Why are short-term loans important?
A: They indicate retail companies' financial liquidity and ability to manage short-term financial needs.
Q: How do economists use this data?
A: Economists analyze these loans to understand retail sector financial health and broader economic conditions.
Q: What are the data's potential limitations?
A: The report provides aggregate data and may not reflect individual company borrowing strategies precisely.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: Retail Trade (QFR301RETUSNO), retrieved from FRED.