Business Equipment Owned and Securitized by Finance Companies, Level
DTBTENM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
345,541.72
Year-over-Year Change
0.48%
Date Range
1/1/2006 - 5/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the level of business equipment owned and securitized by finance companies in the United States. It provides insights into the financing activities and capital investment patterns of American businesses.
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 Owned and Securitized by Finance Companies, Level trend tracks the total value of business-related equipment, machinery, and other capital assets that have been acquired and securitized by finance companies. This metric offers a window into the equipment financing market and can indicate broader trends in business investment and confidence.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve through its Finance Companies survey.
Historical Context
This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the state of business investment and access to capital financing.
Key Facts
- This trend reached a record high of $496 billion in Q4 2021.
- The value of securitized business equipment has grown by over 50% since the early 2010s.
- Equipment financing is a key source of capital for many small and medium-sized enterprises.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total value of business equipment, machinery, and other capital assets that have been acquired and securitized 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 patterns and access to capital financing, which are important indicators of economic health and confidence.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve through its periodic Finance Companies survey.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess the state of business investment and access to capital, which can inform decisions around monetary policy, tax incentives, and other economic measures.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released quarterly with a lag of approximately two months, so there may be a delay in reflecting the most recent economic conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Equipment Owned and Securitized by Finance Companies, Level (DTBTENM), retrieved from FRED.