Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Telecommunications: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Receivable (Less Allowance for Doubtful Accounts)
QFRD213517USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
68,427.00
Year-over-Year Change
-8.87%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks trade accounts and notes receivable for U.S. telecommunications corporations, providing insight into the sector's financial health and cash flow dynamics. The metric helps analysts understand the telecommunications industry's credit management and revenue collection patterns.
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 net receivables of telecommunications companies, reflecting their ability to collect payments from customers and manage credit risks. Economists use this data to assess the financial performance and liquidity of the telecommunications sector, which is critical to understanding broader economic trends.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by telecommunications corporations and compiled by federal economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This indicator is used in macroeconomic analysis to evaluate industry-specific financial trends and potential economic indicators for the telecommunications sector.
Key Facts
- Measures net receivables in the U.S. telecommunications industry
- Provides insights into credit management and revenue collection
- Helps assess financial performance of telecommunications corporations
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks trade accounts and notes receivable for U.S. telecommunications corporations, showing their ability to collect payments and manage credit.
Q: Why is this indicator important?
A: It provides insights into the financial health of the telecommunications sector and can signal broader economic trends in corporate finance.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: The data is gathered through quarterly financial reports submitted by telecommunications corporations and compiled by federal economic research agencies.
Q: How can businesses use this information?
A: Companies can benchmark their financial performance against industry standards and understand credit management trends in the telecommunications sector.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a regular snapshot of the telecommunications industry's financial performance.
Related Trends
Chicago Fed National Activity Index: Employment, Unemployment and Hours
EUANDH
Contributions to the Chicago Fed Midwest Economy Index: Illinois Contribution
ILINDEXM683SFRBCHI
Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Machinery: Stockholders' Equity
QFR327333USNO
Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Chemicals: Depreciation, Depletion, and Amortization of Property, Plant, and Equipment
QFR102CHEUSNO
Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Other Electronic Products: Cash and Demand Deposits in the U.S.
QFR201334USNO
Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Professional and Technical Services, Except Legal Services: Total Liabilities
QFRTLPTSUSNO
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Telecommunications: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Receivable (Less Allowance for Doubtful Accounts) [QFRD213517USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025