Business Equipment Leases Securitized by Finance Companies, Flow
DTBNERXDFBANA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
7/1/1990 - 5/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator measures the flow of business equipment leases securitized by finance companies. It provides insights into trends in commercial equipment financing and investment activity.
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 Business Equipment Leases Securitized by Finance Companies, Flow series tracks the volume of equipment lease-backed securities issued by finance companies. This data point is used by economists and analysts to assess the health of the commercial equipment financing market and broader business investment trends.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Federal Reserve through surveys of finance companies.
Historical Context
This metric is closely watched by policymakers and market participants to gauge business confidence and capital expenditure plans.
Key Facts
- Reached a peak of $24.4 billion in Q4 2018.
- Declined sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic, falling to $7.3 billion in Q2 2020.
- Has since recovered to $18.7 billion as of Q4 2021.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks the flow of business equipment leases that have been securitized, or packaged into tradable securities, by finance companies.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the health of the commercial equipment financing market, which is an important driver of business investment and economic growth.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Federal Reserve through surveys of finance companies.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts monitor this indicator to gauge business confidence and capital expenditure plans, which can inform economic and monetary policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released quarterly by the Federal Reserve with a typical lag of 2-3 months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Equipment Leases Securitized by Finance Companies, Flow (DTBNERXDFBANA), retrieved from FRED.