Business Motor Vehicle Loans and Leases Owned by Finance Companies, Flow
DTBOVXDFBANM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
744.03
Year-over-Year Change
16.23%
Date Range
7/1/1980 - 5/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the flow of new business motor vehicle loans and leases owned by finance companies in the United States. It provides insights into the financing activity and demand for commercial vehicles 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 Motor Vehicle Loans and Leases Owned by Finance Companies, Flow trend tracks the value of new loans and leases originated by finance companies for the purchase of motor vehicles by businesses. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to gauge business investment and commercial transportation activity.
Methodology
The data is collected by the Federal Reserve through surveys of finance companies.
Historical Context
This trend is relevant for understanding the state of the commercial transportation and logistics sectors, as well as overall business investment.
Key Facts
- The series is reported monthly by the Federal Reserve.
- Financing for commercial vehicles makes up a significant portion of overall business investment.
- The trend can signal changes in demand for commercial transportation services.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the flow of new loans and leases for business motor vehicles that are owned by finance companies in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into business investment and commercial transportation activity, which are important indicators of economic conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the Federal Reserve through surveys of finance companies.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to gauge the health of the commercial transportation and logistics sectors, as well as overall business investment.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is reported monthly by the Federal Reserve with minimal delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Motor Vehicle Loans and Leases Owned by Finance Companies, Flow (DTBOVXDFBANM), retrieved from FRED.