Articles from Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA)

CapEx Finance Index November 2025: Recent Rate Cuts Expected to Bolster Equipment Demand Heading into Next Year
WASHINGTON, Dec. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The latest CapEx Finance Index (CFI), released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA), indicates the equipment leasing and finance sector is poised for a strong fourth quarter. Market volatility and a slowing economy have not affected equipment demand, which is heading into 2026 with significant momentum after the Fed decided to lower rates again at the December FOMC meeting. Financial conditions remain healthy, suggesting that the sector will not be materially impacted if borrowing costs stay near current levels next year.
CapEx Finance Index October 2025: Equipment Finance Demand Unfazed by Shutdown, On Track for Second-Best Year on Record
WASHINGTON, Nov. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The latest CapEx Finance Index (CFI) released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA) showed that new equipment demand in October hovered near its 2025 high, demonstrating resilience despite heightened market volatility. Growth in total new business volumes (NBV) is expected to exceed $117 billion this year, positioning 2025 as one of the strongest years on record. We expect the Fed’s recent policy easing to foster additional momentum into next year, even if policymakers decide to pause cuts in December. Financial conditions remain healthy across the industry.
ELFA Names Deborah Baker of HP Inc. as 2026 Board Chair — Confirms New Slate of Officers and Directors
MARCO ISLAND, Fla., Oct. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA) today announced its new Board of Directors and Officers who will serve for the next 12 months, following the conclusion of the association’s 64th Annual Convention.
CapEx Finance Index September 2025: Demand Rose for a Third Consecutive Month
WASHINGTON, Oct. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The latest CapEx Finance Index (CFI) showed that demand for equipment strengthened for a third consecutive month in September, despite continued political and economic uncertainty. Growth in total new business volumes (NBV) is expected to reach $114 billion in 2025, one of the strongest years on record, and should benefit from additional Fed rate cuts heading into the holiday season.
CapEx Finance Index August 2025: Demand Rose for Second Consecutive Month
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The CapEx Finance Index (CFI) showed that demand for equipment continued to improve in August, with new business volumes (NBV) rising for a second straight month despite both turbulent trade policy and changes at the Federal Reserve. The Fed’s decision last week to lower its key interest rate by 0.25 percentage points is expected to build on this momentum. The data provides valuable insight into the industry’s activity following the recent shift in monetary policy.
Fleet Advantage Wins Inaugural Excellence in Innovation Award from ELFA
WASHINGTON, Sept. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA) is proud to announce Fleet Advantage as the recipient of the 2025 Excellence in Innovation Award, a newly launched award honoring transformational initiatives in the equipment finance industry.
CapEx Finance Index (CFI) July 2025: Demand Ticked Up Despite Year-to-Date Contraction
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --