Business Motor Vehicle Leases Owned by Finance Companies, Flow
DTBOVRXDFBANA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
82.32
Year-over-Year Change
-92.60%
Date Range
7/1/1980 - 5/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the flow of new business motor vehicle leases owned by finance companies. It provides insights into the financing activity and demand for commercial vehicles, which is an important indicator of business investment and economic conditions.
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 Leases Owned by Finance Companies, Flow series tracks the dollar value of new leases for commercial motor vehicles that are acquired by finance companies. This metric offers visibility into the financing activity and market demand for business-owned vehicles, which can signal broader trends in commercial investment and the overall economy.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of finance companies and compiled by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess the health of the commercial vehicle market and broader business investment climate.
Key Facts
- This metric tracks new leases, not existing leased vehicles.
- It covers a wide range of commercial vehicles, from light trucks to heavy-duty trucks.
- Leasing activity can signal confidence in the economy and plans for future investment.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the dollar value of new leases for commercial motor vehicles that are acquired by finance companies. It provides insight into financing activity and demand for business-owned vehicles.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric offers visibility into the commercial vehicle market, which is an important indicator of broader business investment and economic conditions. It can signal confidence and plans for future investment by companies.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of finance companies and compiled by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess the health of the commercial vehicle market and broader business investment climate, which can inform economic policies and forecasts.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published with a lag, and may not fully capture all leasing activity across the economy.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Business Motor Vehicle Leases Owned by Finance Companies, Flow (DTBOVRXDFBANA), retrieved from FRED.