Motor Vehicle Loans Owned and Securitized, Flow
FLMVLOASM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-2,833.80
Year-over-Year Change
-147.56%
Date Range
6/1/1943 - 3/1/2025
Summary
The Motor Vehicle Loans Owned and Securitized, Flow (FLMVLOASM) tracks the net change in auto loan volumes across the U.S. financial system. This metric provides critical insights into consumer lending, automotive market dynamics, and overall economic health.
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 quarterly net flow of motor vehicle loans owned by financial institutions and those packaged into securities. Economists use this data to assess consumer credit appetite, automotive industry performance, and potential lending market trends.
Methodology
The Federal Reserve collects this data through comprehensive financial institution reporting and aggregates quarterly loan origination and securitization volumes.
Historical Context
Policymakers and financial analysts use this trend to evaluate consumer spending capacity, credit market conditions, and potential economic stimulus requirements.
Key Facts
- Represents quarterly net changes in motor vehicle loan volumes
- Includes both direct loans and securitized loan packages
- Provides insights into consumer lending and automotive market health
FAQs
Q: What does FLMVLOASM measure?
A: It tracks the net quarterly flow of motor vehicle loans owned by financial institutions and those packaged into securities.
Q: Why are motor vehicle loan flows important?
A: These flows indicate consumer credit health, automotive market performance, and potential economic spending trends.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The Federal Reserve typically updates this data on a quarterly basis, reflecting recent lending and securitization activities.
Q: How do policymakers use this data?
A: They analyze these flows to assess consumer spending capacity, credit market conditions, and potential economic stimulus needs.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The data represents aggregate flows and may not capture granular details about individual loan characteristics or regional variations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Motor Vehicle Loans Owned and Securitized, Flow [FLMVLOASM], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025