Total Consumer Credit Securitized by Nonfinancial Business

DTCNLHNNM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

0.00

Year-over-Year Change

N/A%

Date Range

1/1/1989 - 12/1/2019

Summary

Total Consumer Credit Securitized by Nonfinancial Business tracks the volume of consumer credit packaged and sold as securities by non-financial companies. This metric provides insight into credit market dynamics, lending practices, and the broader financial ecosystem's approach to consumer debt.

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

This economic indicator represents the aggregated value of consumer credit transformed into tradable securities by entities outside the traditional financial sector. Economists view this trend as a key signal of credit market liquidity, risk appetite, and the evolving landscape of consumer lending.

Methodology

Data is collected through comprehensive financial reporting and aggregation by federal economic monitoring agencies, tracking the total dollar value of consumer credit securitized by nonfinancial businesses.

Historical Context

Policymakers and financial analysts use this metric to assess credit market health, potential systemic risks, and broader economic lending trends.

Key Facts

  • Reflects the volume of consumer credit packaged as tradable securities
  • Indicates market liquidity and lending innovation
  • Provides insights into alternative lending practices

FAQs

Q: What does consumer credit securitization mean?

A: Consumer credit securitization involves bundling individual consumer loans into marketable financial instruments that can be traded by investors.

Q: Why do nonfinancial businesses securitize consumer credit?

A: Nonfinancial businesses can generate immediate capital, transfer lending risks, and create new revenue streams by packaging and selling consumer credit securities.

Q: How is this data series calculated?

A: The series aggregates the total dollar value of consumer credit transformed into securities by tracking financial reporting from nonfinancial businesses.

Q: What does this trend indicate about the economy?

A: Rising securitization can signal increased lending activity, market confidence, and innovative approaches to consumer credit distribution.

Q: How frequently is this data updated?

A: The Federal Reserve typically updates this series quarterly, providing a current snapshot of consumer credit securitization trends.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Total Consumer Credit Securitized by Nonfinancial Business [DTCNLHNNM], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025

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