Business Motor Vehicle Leases Owned by Finance Companies, Level
DTBOVRNM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
10,862.87
Year-over-Year Change
9.03%
Date Range
6/1/1980 - 5/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the value of business motor vehicle leases owned by finance companies in the United States. It provides insight into commercial vehicle financing and investment, which is a key indicator of business activity and economic conditions.
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 Motor Vehicle Leases Owned by Finance Companies, Level metric tracks the outstanding value of motor vehicle leases held by finance companies for commercial and business use. This data point helps economists and policymakers assess trends in business investment, capital expenditures, and the broader commercial transportation and logistics sectors.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported quarterly by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
Analysts use this metric to gauge business confidence and capital investment plans, which can inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The series dates back to 1974.
- Reached a peak of $93.4 billion in Q4 2019.
- Declined during the COVID-19 pandemic but has since recovered.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the total value of motor vehicle leases owned by finance companies for commercial and business use in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insight into business investment, capital expenditures, and the broader commercial transportation and logistics sectors, which are key indicators of economic conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported quarterly by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Analysts and policymakers use this metric to gauge business confidence and capital investment plans, which can inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is reported quarterly with a lag, so there may be a delay in availability compared to more frequently updated economic indicators.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Motor Vehicle Leases Owned by Finance Companies, Level (DTBOVRNM), retrieved from FRED.