Business Retail Motor Vehicle Loans Owned and Securitized by Finance Companies, Level
DTBTVLRNM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
49,318.83
Year-over-Year Change
22.00%
Date Range
6/1/1990 - 5/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total level of business retail motor vehicle loans owned and securitized by finance companies in the United States. It provides insight into business borrowing and investment activity in the automotive industry.
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 Retail Motor Vehicle Loans Owned and Securitized by Finance Companies, Level metric tracks the outstanding volume of auto loans made to businesses by finance companies. It offers a gauge of commercial credit conditions and business investment in transportation assets.
Methodology
The Federal Reserve collects this data through surveys of finance companies.
Historical Context
Economists and policymakers monitor this trend to assess the health of business lending markets and gauge corporate demand for transportation equipment.
Key Facts
- The series dates back to 1943.
- Levels peaked at over $100 billion in 2007.
- Declined sharply during the 2008-2009 recession.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the total level of business retail motor vehicle loans owned and securitized by finance companies in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: It provides insight into business borrowing and investment activity in the automotive industry, offering a gauge of commercial credit conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Federal Reserve collects this data through surveys of finance companies.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers monitor this trend to assess the health of business lending markets and gauge corporate demand for transportation equipment.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a lag of approximately 2 months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Retail Motor Vehicle Loans Owned and Securitized by Finance Companies, Level (DTBTVLRNM), retrieved from FRED.