Domestic Finance Companies, Gross Accounts Receivable Excluding Pools of Securitized Assets, Flow
This dataset tracks domestic finance companies, gross accounts receivable excluding pools of securitized assets, flow over time.
Latest Value
-14193.02
Year-over-Year Change
136.59%
Date Range
4/1/1943 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the flow of gross accounts receivable, excluding pools of securitized assets, for domestic finance companies in the United States. It provides insight into the financing activities and credit conditions in the domestic finance 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 Domestic Finance Companies, Gross Accounts Receivable Excluding Pools of Securitized Assets, Flow series represents the change in the total value of outstanding accounts receivable held by finance companies, excluding securitized assets. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to analyze the financing behavior and credit market conditions within the domestic finance industry.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Federal Reserve through surveys of domestic finance companies.
Historical Context
This trend is relevant for understanding the credit conditions and financing dynamics in the U.S. economy, which can inform economic policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The series is reported on a quarterly basis.
- Accounts receivable represent a key source of financing for domestic finance companies.
- Excluding securitized assets provides a more direct measure of companies' lending activity.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the change in the total value of gross accounts receivable, excluding securitized assets, held by domestic finance companies in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insight into the financing activities and credit conditions within the domestic finance sector, which is important for understanding broader economic conditions and informing policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Federal Reserve through surveys of domestic finance companies.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by economists and policymakers to analyze credit market conditions and financing dynamics, which can inform decisions related to monetary policy, financial regulation, and economic stimulus measures.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is reported on a quarterly basis, so there may be a delay of several months before the most recent information is available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Domestic Finance Companies, Gross Accounts Receivable Excluding Pools of Securitized Assets, Flow (STFAFGXDFBANQ), retrieved from FRED.