Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Electrical Equipment, Appliances, and Components: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Other Short-Term Loans, Including Commercial Paper
QFRD304335USNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
8,373.00
Year-over-Year Change
49.95%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks short-term debt for U.S. corporations in the electrical equipment and appliances sector, specifically measuring loans and commercial paper with maturities of one year or less. The data provides critical insights into corporate financial liquidity and short-term borrowing strategies in a key manufacturing segment.
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 metric represents the volume of short-term financial obligations for electrical equipment manufacturers, reflecting their working capital needs and near-term financing strategies. Economists use this indicator to assess corporate financial health, credit market conditions, and potential investment or expansion signals in the sector.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and compiled by federal economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to understand credit market dynamics, corporate financial strategies, and potential economic performance indicators.
Key Facts
- Tracks short-term debt for electrical equipment corporations
- Includes loans and commercial paper with maturities under one year
- Provides insights into corporate financial liquidity and borrowing patterns
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures short-term debt for U.S. corporations in the electrical equipment and appliances sector, including loans and commercial paper with maturities of one year or less.
Q: Why is this trend important for investors?
A: It provides insights into corporate financial health, liquidity, and potential investment or expansion strategies in the manufacturing sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis, reflecting the most recent financial reporting periods.
Q: What can this trend tell us about the broader economy?
A: It can indicate credit market conditions, corporate borrowing trends, and potential economic performance in the manufacturing sector.
Q: Are there limitations to this economic indicator?
A: The data is specific to electrical equipment corporations and may not fully represent broader economic trends or other manufacturing subsectors.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: Electrical Equipment, Appliances, and Components: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Other Short-Term Loans, Including Commercial Paper [QFRD304335USNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025