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

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

Latest Value

0.00

Year-over-Year Change

N/A%

Date Range

7/1/1990 - 5/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures the flow of business motor vehicle loans and leases securitized by finance companies. It provides insight into financing activity and credit conditions for commercial vehicle acquisition.

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, Flow series tracks the volume of asset-backed securities issued by finance companies that are collateralized by commercial vehicle financing. This metric reflects the liquidity and accessibility of funding for businesses to acquire transportation assets.

Methodology

The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve through its Flow of Funds accounts.

Historical Context

This trend is used by economists, lenders, and policymakers to gauge commercial credit conditions and business investment in transportation equipment.

Key Facts

  • Finance companies securitized $15.4 billion in Q4 2022.
  • Volumes have risen 25% since the COVID-19 pandemic low in 2020.
  • Securitization supports liquidity for commercial vehicle acquisitions.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend tracks the flow of business motor vehicle loans and leases that have been securitized by finance companies. It reflects the volume of asset-backed securities collateralized by commercial vehicle financing.

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

A: This metric provides insight into the availability of financing for businesses to acquire transportation assets like trucks and vans. It is an important indicator of commercial credit conditions and business investment in vehicles.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve through its Flow of Funds accounts.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and economists monitor this trend to assess the health of commercial credit markets and the broader economy, as vehicle acquisitions are a key component of business investment.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published quarterly with a lag of approximately 2-3 months. There may be revisions to previously reported figures.

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Citation

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