Other Consumer Loans Owned by Finance Companies, Flow
DTCOLNOHFXDFBANA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3,041.28
Year-over-Year Change
-109.01%
Date Range
2/1/1943 - 5/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the flow of other consumer loans owned by finance companies in the United States. It provides insights into consumer credit conditions and financial sector activity.
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 'Other Consumer Loans Owned by Finance Companies, Flow' metric represents the net change in the total amount of consumer loans, excluding auto and credit card loans, held by finance companies. This data point is used by economists and policymakers to gauge the availability of consumer credit from the financial sector.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve through surveys of finance companies.
Historical Context
This trend is monitored by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to assess the overall state of consumer credit markets.
Key Facts
- Finance companies hold a significant portion of consumer loans in the U.S.
- The flow of other consumer loans reflects changes in consumer borrowing patterns.
- This metric excludes auto and credit card loans, focusing on other types of consumer credit.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the net change in the total amount of consumer loans, excluding auto and credit card loans, held by finance companies in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into consumer credit conditions and the overall activity of the financial sector, which is useful for economists and policymakers in assessing the state of the economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve through surveys of finance companies.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is monitored by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to assess the overall state of consumer credit markets, which can inform economic policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published by the Federal Reserve with a typical lag of several weeks, and may be subject to revisions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Other Consumer Loans Owned by Finance Companies, Flow (DTCOLNOHFXDFBANA), retrieved from FRED.