Business Equipment Owned and Securitized by Finance Companies, Flow
DTBTEXDFBANM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
118.69
Year-over-Year Change
-96.30%
Date Range
2/1/2006 - 5/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the flow of business equipment owned and securitized by finance companies in the United States. It provides insights into the financing activities and investment trends within the commercial equipment sector.
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, Flow series tracks the change in the volume of business equipment assets that are owned and securitized by finance companies. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to assess the broader trends in commercial equipment financing and investment.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve as part of its Flow of Funds Accounts.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by economists and investors to gauge the health and outlook of the commercial equipment finance market.
Key Facts
- Finance companies owned and securitized $13.5 billion in business equipment in Q4 2022.
- The trend has declined by 18% since its peak in 2019.
- Securitization of business equipment is a key source of financing for commercial investments.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the flow of business equipment assets that are owned 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 the financing activities and investment trends within the commercial equipment sector, which is closely monitored by economists and investors.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve as part of its Flow of Funds Accounts.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by policymakers and analysts to assess the health and outlook of the commercial equipment finance market, which is an important driver of business investment and economic growth.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is reported quarterly with a lag, and may be subject to revisions by the Federal Reserve.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Equipment Owned and Securitized by Finance Companies, Flow (DTBTEXDFBANM), retrieved from FRED.