Domestic Finance Companies, Other Debt Financing, Flow
This dataset tracks domestic finance companies, other debt financing, flow over time.
Latest Value
1440.61
Year-over-Year Change
-112.54%
Date Range
7/1/1985 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the flow of debt financing from domestic finance companies to other sectors of the economy. It provides insights into the credit conditions and financing activity in the U.S. financial system.
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, Other Debt Financing, Flow' metric tracks the net change in debt financing provided by domestic finance companies to non-financial sectors, excluding consumer credit and residential mortgages. It is a key indicator of credit market conditions and the overall flow of capital in the economy.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on reports from finance companies.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to assess the availability of credit and financial conditions.
Key Facts
- Domestic finance companies are a key source of debt financing for non-financial sectors.
- The flow of this debt financing is a barometer of credit availability and economic activity.
- This metric excludes consumer credit and residential mortgages.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the net change in debt financing provided by domestic finance companies to non-financial sectors of the U.S. economy, excluding consumer credit and mortgages.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into credit conditions and the overall flow of capital in the economy, which is crucial for assessing financial stability and economic growth.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on reports from domestic finance companies.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers, economists, and market analysts closely monitor this trend to assess the availability of credit and overall financial conditions, which informs policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published by the Federal Reserve with a typical lag of a few months, and may be subject to revisions over time.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Domestic Finance Companies, Other Debt Financing, Flow (STFLFDMXDFBANQ), retrieved from FRED.