Business Equipment Leases Owned by Finance Companies, Flow
DTBOERXDFBANA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
7,674.00
Year-over-Year Change
-38.32%
Date Range
7/1/1985 - 5/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the flow of business equipment leases owned by finance companies in the United States. It provides insights into equipment financing activity and business investment.
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 Owned by Finance Companies, Flow trend tracks the dollar value of new equipment leases originated by finance companies. It serves as an indicator of equipment investment and capital expenditures by businesses.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of finance companies by the Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This metric is closely watched by economists and policymakers to assess the health of the equipment financing market and broader business investment.
Key Facts
- The series dates back to 1974.
- It tracks leases for a wide range of business equipment.
- The data is released quarterly by the Federal Reserve.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the flow, or dollar value, of new business equipment leases originated by finance companies in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into equipment financing activity and business investment, which are important indicators of economic conditions and the health of the equipment financing market.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of finance companies conducted by the Federal Reserve.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers closely monitor this metric to assess the state of business investment and the broader equipment financing market, which can inform economic policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released quarterly by the Federal Reserve, with a typical update delay of several weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Equipment Leases Owned by Finance Companies, Flow (DTBOERXDFBANA), retrieved from FRED.