Total Business Loans and Leases Owned and Securitized by Finance Companies, Level
DTBTNM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
696,808.66
Year-over-Year Change
3.55%
Date Range
6/1/1980 - 5/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total value of business loans and leases owned and securitized by U.S. finance companies. It provides insight into the lending activities and financing conditions in the business 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 Total Business Loans and Leases Owned and Securitized by Finance Companies, Level metric tracks the outstanding balances of business loans and leases held by finance companies in the United States. This data point is a key indicator of credit availability and financing conditions for businesses.
Methodology
The Federal Reserve collects this data through a quarterly survey of finance companies.
Historical Context
Economists and policymakers monitor this trend to assess the broader state of business credit markets and financing conditions.
Key Facts
- The series reached an all-time high of $590 billion in Q4 2019.
- Business lending by finance companies declined sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Finance companies account for about 20% of total business lending in the U.S.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the total value of business loans and leases owned and securitized by U.S. finance companies.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: It provides insight into credit availability and financing conditions for businesses, which is a key indicator of economic activity.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Federal Reserve collects this data through a quarterly survey of finance companies.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists monitor this metric to assess the broader state of business credit markets and financing conditions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published quarterly with a lag of approximately two months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Total Business Loans and Leases Owned and Securitized by Finance Companies, Level (DTBTNM), retrieved from FRED.