Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Information: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Receivable (Less Allowance for Doubtful Accounts)
QFRD213INFUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
241,694.00
Year-over-Year Change
10.64%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks trade accounts and notes receivable for U.S. corporations, providing insight into business credit conditions and cash flow. It represents a critical metric for understanding corporate financial health and potential economic momentum.
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 measures the value of outstanding receivables held by U.S. corporations, which reflects businesses' ability to extend credit and collect payments from customers. Economists use this data to assess corporate liquidity, potential credit risks, and overall economic performance.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive quarterly financial surveys of U.S. corporations, aggregating and analyzing trade receivable balances across multiple industry sectors.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to evaluate corporate financial conditions, credit market dynamics, and potential economic stress signals.
Key Facts
- Represents total trade receivables across U.S. corporate sectors
- Includes an allowance for potentially uncollectible accounts
- Provides quarterly snapshot of corporate financial liquidity
FAQs
Q: What do trade accounts receivable indicate about a company's financial health?
A: Trade receivables reflect a company's ability to extend credit and collect payments, serving as a key indicator of cash flow and potential credit risks.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis, providing a regular snapshot of corporate financial conditions.
Q: Why do economists track trade receivables?
A: Economists use this metric to assess business credit conditions, potential economic stress, and overall corporate financial performance.
Q: How can investors use this information?
A: Investors can analyze trends in trade receivables to understand corporate financial health, potential credit risks, and broader economic conditions.
Q: What limitations exist in this data?
A: The data represents aggregate corporate information and may not capture individual company or sector-specific nuances perfectly.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Information: Trade Accounts and Trade Notes Receivable (Less Allowance for Doubtful Accounts) [QFRD213INFUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025