Business Motor Vehicle Loans and Leases Owned and Securitized by Finance Companies, Level
DTBTVNM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
172,615.61
Year-over-Year Change
9.95%
Date Range
1/1/2006 - 5/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the level of business motor vehicle loans and leases owned and securitized by finance companies in the United States. It provides insights into business investment and lending activity in the motor vehicle 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 Motor Vehicle Loans and Leases Owned and Securitized by Finance Companies series tracks the total outstanding amount of motor vehicle loans and leases held by finance companies for business customers. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to gauge the financial health and investment patterns of the business sector.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve through surveys of finance companies.
Historical Context
This trend offers important context for assessing business credit conditions and investment trends in the motor vehicle industry.
Key Facts
- The series tracks over $300 billion in outstanding business motor vehicle loans and leases.
- Levels have trended upward since the 2008-2009 recession, indicating increased business investment.
- Finance companies account for a significant share of business motor vehicle financing.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total outstanding amount of motor vehicle loans and leases held by finance companies for business customers in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into business investment and lending activity in the motor vehicle sector, which is an important indicator of overall economic health and business confidence.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve through surveys of finance companies.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend offers important context for assessing business credit conditions and investment trends in the motor vehicle industry, which is relevant for policymakers and market analysts.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is reported monthly with a lag of approximately 6-8 weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Motor Vehicle Loans and Leases Owned and Securitized by Finance Companies, Level (DTBTVNM), retrieved from FRED.