Domestic Finance Companies, Gross Business Accounts Receivable Excluding Pools of Securitized Business Assets
STFAFGBNQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
692,866.13
Year-over-Year Change
34.36%
Date Range
4/1/1980 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the gross business accounts receivable of domestic finance companies, excluding pools of securitized business assets. It provides insight into the financing activity and credit 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 Domestic Finance Companies, Gross Business Accounts Receivable Excluding Pools of Securitized Business Assets trend represents the total outstanding accounts receivable held by finance companies for their business clients. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to assess the availability of business credit and the overall health of the commercial finance market.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other economic institutions to gauge the flow of credit to businesses and inform policy decisions.
Key Facts
- Finance companies hold over $600 billion in gross business accounts receivable.
- This metric has shown steady growth since the 2008 financial crisis.
- Accounts receivable financing is a key source of working capital for many businesses.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total outstanding accounts receivable held by domestic finance companies for their business clients, excluding any securitized assets.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the availability of business credit and the overall health of the commercial finance market, which is important for economists and policymakers.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Federal Reserve and other economic institutions closely monitor this trend to gauge the flow of credit to businesses and inform policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is reported quarterly with a typical 2-3 month lag.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Domestic Finance Companies, Gross Business Accounts Receivable Excluding Pools of Securitized Business Assets (STFAFGBNQ), retrieved from FRED.