Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Durable Manufacturing: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Other Short-Term Loans, Including Commercial Paper
QFRD304DURUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
93,855.00
Year-over-Year Change
57.77%
Date Range
10/1/2000 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks short-term debt for U.S. durable manufacturing corporations, including commercial paper and loans with maturities of one year or less. It provides critical insights into corporate liquidity and short-term financial strategies in a key industrial sector.
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 aggregate short-term borrowing activities of durable manufacturing companies, reflecting their working capital needs and near-term financial flexibility. Economists use this metric to assess corporate financial health, credit market conditions, and potential investment or expansion signals.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reports submitted by corporations and compiled by federal economic research agencies.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by policymakers, investors, and financial analysts to evaluate corporate financial strategies and potential economic momentum in the manufacturing sector.
Key Facts
- Measures short-term debt for durable manufacturing corporations
- Includes commercial paper and loans under one-year maturity
- Provides insights into corporate liquidity and financial strategies
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks short-term debt for U.S. durable manufacturing corporations, including commercial paper and loans with maturities of one year or less.
Q: Why is this trend important for investors?
A: It offers insights into corporate financial health, credit market conditions, and potential investment opportunities in the manufacturing sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis through financial reports submitted by corporations.
Q: What can this trend tell us about economic conditions?
A: It can signal corporate confidence, liquidity needs, and potential economic momentum in the manufacturing industry.
Q: Are there limitations to this economic indicator?
A: The data represents a specific sector and time frame, so it should be analyzed alongside other economic indicators for comprehensive insights.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Durable Manufacturing: Short-Term Debt, Original Maturity of 1 Year or Less: Other Short-Term Loans, Including Commercial Paper [QFRD304DURUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025