Business Retail Motor Vehicle Loans Owned and Securitized by Finance Companies, Flow
DTBTVLRXDFBANM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
509.29
Year-over-Year Change
110.61%
Date Range
7/1/1990 - 5/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the flow of business retail motor vehicle loans owned and securitized by finance companies. It provides insight into credit conditions and financing activity in the automobile 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, Flow trend tracks the monthly change in the outstanding value of these types of loans. It is a key indicator of financing activity and credit availability for businesses purchasing motor vehicles.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This metric is widely used by economists, policymakers, and industry analysts to assess the state of commercial credit markets.
Key Facts
- Finance companies own and securitize over $300 billion in business retail motor vehicle loans.
- Loan flows have remained relatively stable since the 2008 financial crisis.
- Auto sales and production are closely tied to the availability of commercial vehicle financing.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the monthly change in the outstanding value of business retail motor vehicle loans owned and securitized by finance companies.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into credit conditions and financing activity in the automobile industry, which is a key sector of the economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists closely monitor this trend to assess the availability of commercial credit and its impact on the broader economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is reported monthly with a relatively short delay, providing timely insights into financing conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Retail Motor Vehicle Loans Owned and Securitized by Finance Companies, Flow (DTBTVLRXDFBANM), retrieved from FRED.