Business Equipment Loans Owned by Finance Companies, Level
This dataset tracks business equipment loans owned by finance companies, level over time.
Latest Value
186833.39
Year-over-Year Change
-1.62%
Date Range
6/1/1985 - 5/1/2025
Summary
This trend measures the level of business equipment loans owned by finance companies in the United States. It provides insights into business investment and credit conditions in the 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 Business Equipment Loans Owned by Finance Companies metric tracks the outstanding value of loans extended by finance companies to businesses for the purchase of equipment. This data point is used by economists and policymakers to gauge business investment and credit access.
Methodology
The Federal Reserve collects this data from a sample of finance companies operating in the U.S.
Historical Context
Policymakers monitor this trend to assess the health of business lending markets and guide decisions on monetary policy.
Key Facts
- Reached a record high of $342 billion in 2019.
- Declined by over 10% during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.
- Finance companies hold around 25% of all outstanding business equipment loans in the U.S.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total value of business equipment loans held by finance companies in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insight into business investment and credit conditions, which are important factors for economic growth and policymaking.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Federal Reserve collects this data from a sample of finance companies operating in the U.S.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers monitor this trend to assess the health of business lending markets and guide decisions on monetary policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published with a lag of approximately 2 months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Equipment Loans Owned by Finance Companies, Level (DTBOELNM), retrieved from FRED.