Business Motor Vehicle Loans and Leases Securitized by Finance Companies, Level

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

Latest Value

0.00

Year-over-Year Change

N/A%

Date Range

6/1/1990 - 5/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures the level of business motor vehicle loans and leases securitized by finance companies in the United States. It provides insights into financing activity in the commercial vehicle market.

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 Business Motor Vehicle Loans and Leases Securitized by Finance Companies trend tracks the total dollar amount of auto and truck loans and leases that have been bundled into securitized financial products by the finance sector. This data point is used by economists to gauge financing conditions and lending activity for commercial vehicles.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on reports from finance companies.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts monitor this trend to understand credit conditions and financing trends in the commercial transportation industry.

Key Facts

  • This data series began in 1974.
  • The level of securitized loans peaked in 2007 at over $170 billion.
  • Levels declined sharply during the 2008-2009 financial crisis.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total dollar amount of business motor vehicle loans and leases that have been securitized, or bundled into financial products, by finance companies in the United States.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This data point provides insight into financing conditions and lending activity in the commercial vehicle market, which is relevant for understanding the health of the transportation industry and broader economic trends.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The U.S. Federal Reserve collects this data from reports filed by finance companies operating in the United States.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts monitor this trend to assess credit conditions and financing trends in the commercial transportation sector, which can inform decisions around economic and regulatory policy.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: This data is published monthly by the Federal Reserve with a typical lag of 1-2 months.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Motor Vehicle Loans and Leases Securitized by Finance Companies, Level (DTBNVNM), retrieved from FRED.