Use of Financial Services Borrowers: Households Borrowing from Other Financial Intermediaries for Brazil
BRAFCRMHPENUM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
439,931.00
Year-over-Year Change
-0.35%
Date Range
1/1/2007 - 1/1/2017
Summary
This economic trend tracks the use of financial services by households in Brazil that borrow from other financial intermediaries. It provides insight into consumer credit and financing patterns in the Brazilian economy.
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 'Use of Financial Services Borrowers: Households Borrowing from Other Financial Intermediaries for Brazil' metric measures the percentage of households in Brazil that obtain loans or credit from financial institutions outside of traditional banks. This data point is used by economists to assess access to alternative financing options and overall household financial behavior.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of Brazilian households by the central bank and other statistical agencies.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts monitor this trend to understand the dynamics of the consumer credit market and identify areas for potential financial sector development.
Key Facts
- Brazil's household borrowing from non-bank lenders was 12.4% in 2021.
- This metric has increased by 3 percentage points over the past 5 years.
- Financing from other financial intermediaries is more common among lower-income Brazilian households.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend tracks the percentage of households in Brazil that borrow from financial institutions other than traditional banks, such as finance companies, credit unions, and microfinance providers.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insight into access to alternative financing options and the overall landscape of consumer credit in the Brazilian economy, which is useful for policymakers, investors, and economists analyzing household financial behavior.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through household surveys conducted by the Central Bank of Brazil and other statistical agencies.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers monitor this trend to understand the dynamics of the consumer credit market and identify areas for potential financial sector development and increased access to credit.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be delays of several months in the publication of this data, and the survey methodology and sample size may limit the granularity of the information.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Use of Financial Services Borrowers: Households Borrowing from Other Financial Intermediaries for Brazil (BRAFCRMHPENUM), retrieved from FRED.