Press Releases

Foundation Celebrates Inaugural Equipment Finance Course at ASU (March 19, 2024)

Washington, DC, March 19, 2024—The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation celebrated a milestone in its new partnership with the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University in developing a first-of-its-kind equipment finance course curriculum. Twenty-four students—a number that is significantly above average for a new course—are registered for the inaugural spring semester … Continue reading "Foundation Celebrates Inaugural Equipment Finance Course at ASU"

Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Announces 7th Annual “Day Of Giving” On March 14 (March 12, 2024)

24-Hour Fundraising Campaign Provides Individuals and Companies Opportunity to Give Back to the Equipment Finance Industry Washington, DC, March 12, 2024 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation is designating Thursday, March 14, as a “Day of Giving” for everyone who has benefitted from the wide range of industry research, programs and resources the Foundation … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Announces 7th Annual “Day Of Giving” On March 14"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Higher in February (February 22, 2024)

Washington, DC, February 22, 2024 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the February 2024 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Higher in February"

Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Accepting Applications for 10 $5,000 Scholarships to Promote Careers in the Equipment Finance Industry (February 05, 2024)

Washington, DC, February 5, 2024—The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation is accepting applications for its scholarship program for the 2024-2025 academic year. Up to 10 scholarships of $5,000 each will be awarded to full-time undergraduate or full-time graduate students interested in pursuing a career in the equipment finance industry who are majoring in business, economics, … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Accepting Applications for 10 $5,000 Scholarships to Promote Careers in the Equipment Finance Industry"

New Foundation Study Examines the Prevention, Detection, and Impact of Fraud on the Equipment Finance Industry (January 29, 2024)

Washington, DC, January 29, 2024 – Increases of 10% or more in incidents of fraud types, including identity theft and first- and third-party borrower fraud, have occurred among equipment finance companies over the last two years. A new study, “Fraud in the Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry,” released by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation … Continue reading "New Foundation Study Examines the Prevention, Detection, and Impact of Fraud on the Equipment Finance Industry"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Improves in January (January 18, 2024)

Washington, DC, January 18, 2023 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the January 2024 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Improves in January"

2024 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (January 03, 2024)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the 2024 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable information resource for industry participants. Designed for use in executive briefings and presentations, the presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and short narratives … Continue reading "2024 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Steady in December (December 20, 2023)

Washington, DC, December 20, 2023 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the December 2023 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Steady in December"

2024 Economic Outlook Forecasts 2.2% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment, 1.7% GDP Growth (December 20, 2023)

Washington, DC, December 20, 2023 – The U.S. economy likely averted a recession in 2023 and appears to be on track for a “soft landing” in 2024, according to the 2024 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook.  Real equipment and software investment growth is projected to be 2.2% next year — slightly slower than … Continue reading "2024 Economic Outlook Forecasts 2.2% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment, 1.7% GDP Growth"

Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Elects Officers, Welcomes New Trustees, and Presents Research Award During Annual Meeting (December 05, 2023)

Washington, DC, December 5, 2023 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) announced the 2024 officers of its Board of Trustees (Board). Board Officers serving are Zack Marsh, CLFP, SVP, Accounting and Analysis, AP Equipment Financing as Chair; Miles Herman, CEO, LEAF Commercial Capital, Inc. as Vice Chair; Peter Bullen, Group Head, Key Equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Elects Officers, Welcomes New Trustees, and Presents Research Award During Annual Meeting"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Steady in November (November 16, 2023)

Washington, DC, November 16, 2023 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the November 2023 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Steady in November"

Q4 2023 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot now available (October 30, 2023)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q4 2023 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable information resource for industry participants. Designed for use in executive briefings and presentations, the presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and short … Continue reading "Q4 2023 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot now available"

New Foundation Study Examines Future Supply Chain Impacts on Equipment Finance Industry (October 24, 2023)

Washington, DC, October 24, 2023 – Supply chain pressures and material costs have improved across various equipment asset classes through 2023, but what does the future hold? A new study, “Future Supply Chain Impacts on the U.S. Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry,” released by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) presents a comprehensive examination … Continue reading "New Foundation Study Examines Future Supply Chain Impacts on Equipment Finance Industry"

Foundation Enhances Academic Outreach With New Campus To Career Platform (October 23, 2023)

New partnership formed with Arizona State University to develop equipment finance curriculum Washington, DC, October 23, 2023–Building on the success of its academic outreach efforts, the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) announces the launch of Campus to Career, its newly enhanced platform of NextGen talent development programs. Campus to Career more accurately reflects the … Continue reading "Foundation Enhances Academic Outreach With New Campus To Career Platform"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Lower in October (October 19, 2023)

Washington, DC, October 19, 2023 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the October 2023 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Lower in October"

Foundation Projects Slower Growth in Equipment and Software Investment Over Remainder of Year; Raises Annual GDP Forecast to 2.3% (October 17, 2023)

Washington, DC, October 17, 2023 – After a strong second quarter, equipment and software investment growth is expected to slow over the remainder of the year, according to the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation’s Q4 update to the 2023 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook. The report, released today, revised its annual estimate for … Continue reading "Foundation Projects Slower Growth in Equipment and Software Investment Over Remainder of Year; Raises Annual GDP Forecast to 2.3%"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Steady in September (September 21, 2023)

Washington, DC, September 21, 2023 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the September 2023 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Steady in September"

New Foundation Report Examines the Restaurant Sector and the Opportunities for Equipment Finance Companies (September 18, 2023)

Washington, DC, September 18, 2023 – Over half of restaurant operators are planning to increase their equipment and supply budgets in 2023, and 67% plan to make kitchen equipment replacements, according to a new study released by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation). The report, “Vertical Market Outlook Series: Restaurants,” provides an outlook on … Continue reading "New Foundation Report Examines the Restaurant Sector and the Opportunities for Equipment Finance Companies"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Improves Again in August (August 17, 2023)

Washington, DC, August 17, 2023 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the August 2023 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Improves Again in August"

Q3 2023 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (July 27, 2023)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q3 2023 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable information resource for industry participants. Designed for use in executive briefings and presentations, the presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and short … Continue reading "Q3 2023 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Foundation Announces Scholarship Awards to Five Students (July 25, 2023)

Washington, DC, July 25, 2023–The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) announces that five outstanding students are recipients of The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Scholarship, a program for students interested in potentially pursuing a career in the equipment finance industry. Each student will receive a scholarship of $5,000 for the 2023-2024 academic year. The … Continue reading "Foundation Announces Scholarship Awards to Five Students"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Higher in July (July 20, 2023)

Washington, DC, July 20, 2023 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the July 2023 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Higher in July"

Q3 Update to the 2023 Economic Outlook Forecasts 0.9% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment and 1.6% GDP Growth as Recession Looms (July 19, 2023)

Washington, DC, July 19, 2023 – High interest rates and slowing economic growth will continue to impact equipment and software investment growth as the year progresses, according to the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation’s Q3 update to the 2023 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook. The report, released today, reveals that economic growth in … Continue reading "Q3 Update to the 2023 Economic Outlook Forecasts 0.9% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment and 1.6% GDP Growth as Recession Looms"

New Foundation Survey Reveals Impact of Liquidity Issues on the Equipment Finance Industry (June 28, 2023)

Washington, DC, June 28, 2023 – The equipment finance industry is seeing a negative impact on business conditions due to recent bank failures and their attendant liquidity issues, according to the results of a new survey released by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation). The survey, “Impact of Bank Liquidity on the Equipment Finance … Continue reading "New Foundation Survey Reveals Impact of Liquidity Issues on the Equipment Finance Industry"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Ticks Up in June (June 22, 2023)

Washington, DC, June 22, 2023 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the June 2023 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Ticks Up in June"

Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Announces 6th Annual “Day Of Giving” On June 6 (June 05, 2023)

24-Hour Fundraising Campaign Provides Individuals and Companies Opportunity to Invest in the Future of the Equipment Finance Industry Washington, DC, June 5, 2023 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation is designating tomorrow, June 6, as a “Day of Giving” for everyone who has benefitted from the wide range of industry research, programs, and resources the … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Announces 6th Annual “Day Of Giving” On June 6"

New Foundation Report Examines the Franchise Sector and the Opportunities for Equipment Finance Companies (May 22, 2023)

Washington, DC, May 22, 2023 – Despite economic uncertainties around inflation, labor issues, and a looming recession, more than 80 percent of franchisors anticipate an increase in franchise sales in 2023, according to a new study released by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation). The report, “Vertical Market Outlook Series: Franchise,” provides an outlook … Continue reading "New Foundation Report Examines the Franchise Sector and the Opportunities for Equipment Finance Companies"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Decreases Again in May (May 18, 2023)

Washington, DC, May 18, 2023 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the May 2023 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Decreases Again in May"

Q2 2023 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (April 27, 2023)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q2 2023 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable information resource for industry participants. Designed for use in executive briefings and presentations, the presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and short … Continue reading "Q2 2023 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Lower in April (April 20, 2023)

Washington, DC, April 20, 2023 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the April 2023 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Lower in April"

Q2 Update to the 2023 Economic Outlook Forecasts 1.0% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment and 0.7% GDP Growth as Recession Looms (April 19, 2023)

Washington, DC, April 19, 2023 – Equipment and software investment growth cooled in the early months of 2023, resulting in the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation lowering its annual forecast for investment growth to 1.0%, according to the Q2 update to the 2023 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook. The report released today also … Continue reading "Q2 Update to the 2023 Economic Outlook Forecasts 1.0% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment and 0.7% GDP Growth as Recession Looms"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases in March (March 16, 2023)

Washington, DC, March 16, 2023 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the March 2023 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases in March"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Improves Again in February (February 16, 2023)

Washington, DC, February 16, 2023 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the February 2023 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Improves Again in February"

New Foundation Study Evaluates Specialized Apps, Software, and Information Services for Equipment Finance Companies (February 07, 2023)

Washington, DC, February 7, 2023 – Today the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) releases a new study, “Specialized Apps, Software, and Information Services for the Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry,” to help equipment finance companies navigate the growing number of options for automating and improving their business processes. It presents a list of specialized … Continue reading "New Foundation Study Evaluates Specialized Apps, Software, and Information Services for Equipment Finance Companies"

Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Accepting Applications for Five $5,000 Scholarships to Promote Careers in the Equipment Finance Industry (February 01, 2023)

Washington, DC, February 1, 2023—The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation is accepting applications for its scholarship program for the 2023-2024 academic year. Up to five scholarships of $5,000 each will be awarded to full-time undergraduate or full-time graduate students interested in pursuing a career in the equipment finance industry who are majoring in business, economics, … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Accepting Applications for Five $5,000 Scholarships to Promote Careers in the Equipment Finance Industry"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Higher in January (January 19, 2023)

Washington, DC, January 19, 2023 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the January 2023 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Higher in January"

New Foundation Study Examines Issues and Outlook for Captive Finance Industry (January 17, 2023)

Washington, DC, January 17, 2023 – What makes a captive finance company successful? Why are some captive finance companies performing well while others continue to struggle? How can a captive finance company provide additional value to its parent?  A new study, “Captive Finance: Embracing Change and Driving Innovation in a Disruptive Market,” released by the … Continue reading "New Foundation Study Examines Issues and Outlook for Captive Finance Industry"

Q1 2023 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (December 20, 2022)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q1 2023 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable information resource for industry participants. Designed for use in executive briefings and presentations, the presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and short … Continue reading "Q1 2023 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Improves in December (December 19, 2022)

Washington, DC, December 19, 2022 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the December 2022 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Improves in December"

2023 Economic Outlook Forecasts 4.2% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment and 0.9% GDP Growth Next Year Amid Mild U.S. Recession (December 15, 2022)

Washington, DC, December 15, 2022 – In what is likely to be a more challenging year for both the economy and the equipment finance industry, the 2023 forecast for equipment and software investment growth is 4.2%, according to the 2023 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook.  The report released today by the Equipment Leasing … Continue reading "2023 Economic Outlook Forecasts 4.2% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment and 0.9% GDP Growth Next Year Amid Mild U.S. Recession"

Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Elects Officers, Welcomes New Trustees, and Presents Research Award During Annual Meeting (December 06, 2022)

Washington, DC, December 6, 2022 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) announced the 2023 officers of its Board of Trustees (Board). Board Officers serving are Nancy Pistorio, President, Madison Capital LLC as Chair; Zack Marsh, CFO, Orion First Financial, LLC as Vice Chair; Miles Herman, President and COO, LEAF Commercial Capital Inc. as … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Elects Officers, Welcomes New Trustees, and Presents Research Award During Annual Meeting"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases Further in November (November 17, 2022)

Washington, DC, November 17, 2022 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the November 2022 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases Further in November"

Q4 2022 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (November 03, 2022)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q4 2022 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable information resource for industry participants. Designed for use in executive briefings and presentations, the presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and … Continue reading "Q4 2022 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Q4 Update to the 2022 Economic Outlook Forecasts 5.9% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment and 1.8% GDP Growth This Year (October 27, 2022)

Washington, DC, October 27, 2022 – Despite early indicators of a modest rebound in equipment and software investment growth in Q3, demand may soften in several end-user markets over the remainder of the year due to high interest rates and expectations for further rate hikes, according to the Q4 update to the 2022 Equipment Leasing … Continue reading "Q4 Update to the 2022 Economic Outlook Forecasts 5.9% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment and 1.8% GDP Growth This Year"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Lower in October (October 20, 2022)

Washington, DC, October 20, 2022 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the October 2022 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Lower in October"

New Foundation Study Finds Nearly 8 in 10 End-Users Acquire Equipment and Software Through Financing; Estimate of Equipment Finance Industry Size Reaches All-time High of $1.16 Trillion in 2021 (October 10, 2022)

Washington, DC, October 10, 2022 –The size of the equipment finance industry rose to an all-time high of $1.16 trillion in 2021, as nearly 80% of firms that acquired equipment or software used at least one form of financing to do so, according to a new study, 2022 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Horizon Report … Continue reading "New Foundation Study Finds Nearly 8 in 10 End-Users Acquire Equipment and Software Through Financing; Estimate of Equipment Finance Industry Size Reaches All-time High of $1.16 Trillion in 2021"

Foundation’s 2022 Industry Future Council Report Reveals Key Issues and Best Practices for the Changing Workplace (September 29, 2022)

Washington, DC, September 29, 2022 –Today, the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) releases the 2022 Industry Future Council (IFC) report, “Adapting to Changing Workers and Workplaces,” which examines issues and best practices around hybrid work, recruiting, hiring, training, and leadership due to pandemic and related labor market disruptions. The report follows up on last … Continue reading "Foundation’s 2022 Industry Future Council Report Reveals Key Issues and Best Practices for the Changing Workplace"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases in September (September 22, 2022)

Washington, DC, September 22, 2022 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the September 2022 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases in September"

New Foundation Report Examines the Office Imaging Sector and Opportunities for Equipment Finance Companies (September 20, 2022)

Washington, DC, September 20, 2022 – Office imaging, used by a vast majority of organizations, including business enterprises of all sizes, government agencies, and educational institutions, faces challenges from market and external forces that could negatively impact the sector’s growth going forward. A new study, “Vertical Market Outlook Series: Office lmaging,” released by the Equipment … Continue reading "New Foundation Report Examines the Office Imaging Sector and Opportunities for Equipment Finance Companies"

Foundation Announces Scholarship Awards to Five Students (July 28, 2022)

Washington, DC, July 28, 2022–The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) announces that five outstanding students are recipients of The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Scholarship, a program for students interested in potentially pursuing a career in the equipment finance industry. Each student will receive a scholarship of $5,000 for the 2022-2023 academic year. The … Continue reading "Foundation Announces Scholarship Awards to Five Students"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Lower in July (July 21, 2022)

Washington, DC, July 21, 2022 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the July 2022 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Lower in July"

Q3 2022 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (July 20, 2022)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q3 2022 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable information resource for industry participants. Designed for use in executive briefings and presentations, the presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and … Continue reading "Q3 2022 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Q3 Update to the 2022 Economic Outlook Forecasts 5.9% Expansion in Annualized Equipment and Software Investment Growth and 1.6% Annualized GDP Growth (July 14, 2022)

Washington, DC, July 14, 2022 – After a strong rebound in Q1, overall equipment and software investment growth is expected to slow significantly over the remainder of the year, though demand in some end-use markets should remain healthy. The Q3 update to the 2022 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook, released today by the … Continue reading "Q3 Update to the 2022 Economic Outlook Forecasts 5.9% Expansion in Annualized Equipment and Software Investment Growth and 1.6% Annualized GDP Growth"

New Foundation Article Examines Inflation, Rising Interest Rates, and Future Changes for the Equipment Finance Industry (July 08, 2022)

Washington, DC, July 8, 2022 – The equipment leasing and finance industry will likely feel significant effects from rising inflation and the Fed’s actions to fight it, according to a new article published in the Journal of Equipment Lease Financing (JELF), the peer-reviewed publication of the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation. The article, “Higher Inflation, … Continue reading "New Foundation Article Examines Inflation, Rising Interest Rates, and Future Changes for the Equipment Finance Industry"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Steady in June (June 16, 2022)

Washington, DC, June 16, 2022 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the June 2022 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Steady in June"

Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Announces 5th Annual “Day Of Giving” On June 7th (June 06, 2022)

24-Hour Fundraising Campaign Provides Individuals and Companies Opportunity to Give Back to the Equipment Finance Industry, Receive Exclusive Webinar Invitation  Washington, DC, June 6, 2022 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation is designating tomorrow, June 7, as a “Day of Giving” for everyone who has benefitted from the wide range of industry research, programs … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Announces 5th Annual “Day Of Giving” On June 7th"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Lower in May (May 19, 2022)

Washington, DC, May 19, 2022 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the May 2022 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Lower in May"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Dips Further in April (April 21, 2022)

Washington, DC, April 21, 2022 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the April 2022 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Dips Further in April"

Q2 2022 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (April 19, 2022)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q2 2022 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable information resource for industry participants. Designed for use in executive briefings and presentations, the presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and … Continue reading "Q2 2022 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Q2 Update to the 2022 Economic Outlook Forecasts 4.2% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment Growth and 2.8% GDP Growth (April 14, 2022)

Washington, DC, April 14, 2022 – After its strongest growth in over a decade in 2021 and solid performance in Q1, equipment and software investment growth of 4.2 percent is forecast for 2022. Annual U.S. GDP growth for 2022 is forecast at 2.8 percent, according to the Q2 update to the 2022 Equipment Leasing & … Continue reading "Q2 Update to the 2022 Economic Outlook Forecasts 4.2% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment Growth and 2.8% GDP Growth"

New Foundation Study Examines Funding, Securitization and Syndication in the Equipment Finance Industry (April 12, 2022)

Washington, DC, April 12, 2022 – Today the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) released a new study, “Equipment Finance Funding, Securitization & Syndication: Best Practices for Today and Tomorrow,” designed to analyze and report on COVID-19’s impact on the funding markets for the equipment leasing and finance industry. Prepared for the Foundation by The … Continue reading "New Foundation Study Examines Funding, Securitization and Syndication in the Equipment Finance Industry"

New Foundation Report Examines the U.S. Retail Sector and Opportunities for Equipment Finance Companies (March 25, 2022)

Washington, DC, March 25, 2022 – As the $4.4 trillion U.S. retail sector deploys strategies such as increasing warehousing, repurposing existing stores, and incorporating new technologies, it is creating opportunities for leasing and other financing solutions, according to a new study, Vertical Market Outlook Series: Retail, released by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation). … Continue reading "New Foundation Report Examines the U.S. Retail Sector and Opportunities for Equipment Finance Companies"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases Again in March (March 17, 2022)

Washington, DC, March 17, 2022 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the March 2022 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases Again in March"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases in February (February 17, 2022)

Washington, DC, February 17, 2022 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the February 2022 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases in February"

New Foundation Report Examines ESG Issues and Opportunities for the Equipment Finance Industry (February 10, 2022)

Washington, DC, February 10, 2022 – A confluence of global events—from the pandemic to economic downturn to social unrest and extreme weather—has put environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues front and center for businesses in all industries, according to a new study, “The ESG Imperative: Understanding the Opportunities for the Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry,” … Continue reading "New Foundation Report Examines ESG Issues and Opportunities for the Equipment Finance Industry"

Foundation Offering Five $5,000 Scholarships to Promote Careers in the Equipment Finance Industry (February 01, 2022)

Washington, DC, February 1, 2022—The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation is accepting applications for its scholarship program for the 2022-2023 academic year. Up to five scholarships of $5,000 each will be awarded to full-time undergraduate or full-time graduate students interested in pursuing a career in the equipment finance industry who are majoring in business, economics, … Continue reading "Foundation Offering Five $5,000 Scholarships to Promote Careers in the Equipment Finance Industry"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Steady in January (January 20, 2022)

Washington, DC, January 20, 2022 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the January 2022 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Steady in January"

Q1 2022 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (December 21, 2021)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q1 2022 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable information resource for industry participants. Designed for use in executive briefings and presentations, the presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and … Continue reading "Q1 2022 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases in December (December 16, 2021)

Washington, DC, December 16, 2021 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the December 2021 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases in December"

2022 Economic Outlook Forecasts 4.6% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment Growth and 3.5% GDP Growth (December 15, 2021)

Washington, DC, December 15, 2021 – Low financial stress, an expanding housing sector, and increased federal spending on infrastructure are expected to propel equipment and software investment growth of 4.6 percent for 2022. Annual U.S. GDP growth for 2022 is forecast at 3.5 percent, according to the 2022 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook … Continue reading "2022 Economic Outlook Forecasts 4.6% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment Growth and 3.5% GDP Growth"

Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Elects Officers, Welcomes New Trustees, and Presents Research Award During Annual Meeting (December 02, 2021)

Washington, DC, December 2, 2021 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) announced the 2022 officers of its Board of Trustees (Board). Board Officers serving are Nancy Pistorio, President, Madison Capital LLC as Chair, and the first woman to hold the position; Zack Marsh, CFO, Orion First Financial, LLC as Vice Chair; Jeffrey Berg, … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Elects Officers, Welcomes New Trustees, and Presents Research Award During Annual Meeting"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Higher in November (November 18, 2021)

Washington, DC, November 18, 2021 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the November 2021 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Higher in November"

Foundation’s 2021 Industry Future Council Identifies Six Key Trends Expected to Impact Equipment Finance Firms Over the Next Five Years (October 25, 2021)

Washington, DC, October 25, 2021 – Today the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) releases the 2021 Industry Future Council (IFC) report, “Looking Ahead to the Post-Pandemic Economy: A Strategic Assessment of the Equipment Finance Industry,” which identifies six key inter-related trends in technology, workforce, and economics & policy that are predicted to impact the … Continue reading "Foundation’s 2021 Industry Future Council Identifies Six Key Trends Expected to Impact Equipment Finance Firms Over the Next Five Years"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Steady in October (October 21, 2021)

Washington, DC, October 21, 2021 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the October 2021 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Steady in October"

Q4 2021 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (October 19, 2021)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q4 2021 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable information resource for industry participants. Designed for use in executive briefings and presentations, the presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and … Continue reading "Q4 2021 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Q4 Update to 2021 Economic Outlook Forecasts 13.2% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment Growth and 5.3% GDP Growth (October 13, 2021)

Washington, DC, October 13, 2021 – Owing largely to the burst of business activity in the spring and early summer that came in part thanks to rising vaccination rates, annual equipment and software investment growth of 13.2 percent is forecast for 2021, according to the Q4 update to the 2021 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. … Continue reading "Q4 Update to 2021 Economic Outlook Forecasts 13.2% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment Growth and 5.3% GDP Growth"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases Again in September (September 16, 2021)

Washington, DC, September 16, 2021 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the September 2021 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases Again in September"

Foundation COVID-19 Impact and Recovery Survey Shows Positive Portfolio Performance and Increased Staffing Levels at Equipment Finance Companies (September 08, 2021)

Washington, DC, September 8, 2021 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) releases the results of its second quarterly COVID-19 Impact and Recovery Survey today which reveal equipment finance companies’ staffing performance, work-from-home expectations, and portfolio metrics, including deferrals, defaults, and originations. The COVID-19 Impact and Recovery Survey is designed to reflect longer-term effects … Continue reading "Foundation COVID-19 Impact and Recovery Survey Shows Positive Portfolio Performance and Increased Staffing Levels at Equipment Finance Companies"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases in August (August 19, 2021)

Washington, DC, August 19, 2021 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the August 2021 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Eases in August"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Higher in July (July 22, 2021)

Washington, DC, July 22, 2021 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the July 2021 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Higher in July"

Q3 2021 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (July 21, 2021)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q3 2021 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable information resource for industry participants. Designed for use in executive briefings and presentations, the presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and … Continue reading "Q3 2021 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Foundation Announces Scholarship Awards to Three Students (July 20, 2021)

Washington, DC, July 20, 2020 –The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) announces that three outstanding students are recipients of The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Scholarship, a program inaugurated in 2020 for students interested in potentially pursuing a career in the equipment finance industry. Each student will receive a scholarship of $5,000 for the … Continue reading "Foundation Announces Scholarship Awards to Three Students"

Q3 Update to 2021 Economic Outlook Forecasts 13.3% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment Growth and 6.1% GDP Growth (July 14, 2021)

Washington, DC, July 14, 2021 – As businesses across the country continue to invest during the post-pandemic recovery, annual equipment and software investment growth of 13.3 percent is forecast for 2021. Annual U.S. GDP growth for 2021 is forecast at 6.1 percent, according to the Q3 update to the 2021 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. … Continue reading "Q3 Update to 2021 Economic Outlook Forecasts 13.3% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment Growth and 6.1% GDP Growth"

Foundation Appoints Charlie Visconage as Director of Marketing, Communications, and Development (July 13, 2021)

Washington, DC, July 13, 2021 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation announces that Charlie Visconage has joined the organization as Director of Marketing, Communications, and Development, effective July 6, 2021. In this position Visconage will be responsible for developing and executing the Foundation’s communication and marketing strategy, and implementing digital engagement campaigns to promote … Continue reading "Foundation Appoints Charlie Visconage as Director of Marketing, Communications, and Development"

New Foundation Report Examines the Evolving Logistics Marketplace and Opportunities for Equipment Finance Companies (June 22, 2021)

Washington, DC, June 22, 2021 – The shift in consumer purchasing from multimodal to single-mode (e-commerce) during the pandemic has profoundly impacted the future of logistics and warehouse management by accelerating trends that were forecast to come in the next decade or beyond, according to a new study, Vertical Market Outlook Series: Logistics, released by … Continue reading "New Foundation Report Examines the Evolving Logistics Marketplace and Opportunities for Equipment Finance Companies"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Remains Steady in June (June 17, 2021)

Washington, DC, June 17, 2021 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the June 2021 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Remains Steady in June"

Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Announces 4th Annual “Day Of Giving” On June 8 (June 08, 2021)

24-Hour Fundraising Campaign Provides Individuals and Companies Opportunity to Give Back to the Equipment Finance Industry Washington, DC, June 8, 2020 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation is designating today a “Day of Giving” for everyone who has benefitted from the wide range of industry research, programs and resources the Foundation provides. This is … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Announces 4th Annual “Day Of Giving” On June 8"

Foundation COVID-19 Impact and Economic Recovery Survey Reveals Equipment Finance Companies’ Work-From-Home Expectations, Portfolio Performance (May 27, 2021)

Washington, DC, May 27, 2021 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) releases the results of its first quarterly COVID-19 Impact and Recovery Survey today revealing equipment finance companies’ work from home practices and performance of portfolio metrics, including deferrals, defaults, and originations. The COVID-19 Impact and Recovery Survey is revised and expanded from … Continue reading "Foundation COVID-19 Impact and Economic Recovery Survey Reveals Equipment Finance Companies’ Work-From-Home Expectations, Portfolio Performance"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Remains Near Historic Highs (May 20, 2021)

Washington, DC, May 20, 2021 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the May 2021 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Remains Near Historic Highs"

New Foundation Report Examines Cyber Risk and Security in the Equipment Finance Industry (May 10, 2021)

Washington, DC, May 10, 2020 – Most equipment leasing and finance companies have some form of cybersecurity defenses in place, but are still vulnerable to cyberattack due to the rapidly advancing tactics and techniques used by modern attackers, according to a new study, Cyber Risk and Security in the Leasing and Finance Industry, released by … Continue reading "New Foundation Report Examines Cyber Risk and Security in the Equipment Finance Industry"

Foundation Scholarship Program Application Deadline Extended for 2021 School Year (April 26, 2021)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has announced it is extending the deadline for accepting applications from students interested in the equipment finance industry. Up to three scholarships of $5,000 each will be awarded to full-time undergraduate, and full-time and part-time graduate students focusing on business, economics, finance, or a related discipline. The deadline to … Continue reading "Foundation Scholarship Program Application Deadline Extended for 2021 School Year"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence at All-Time High in April (April 22, 2021)

Washington, DC, April 22, 2021 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the April 2021 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence at All-Time High in April"

Q2 2021 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot now available (April 20, 2021)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q2 2021 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable information resource for industry participants. Designed for use in executive briefings and presentations, the presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and … Continue reading "Q2 2021 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot now available"

Q2 Update to 2021 Economic Outlook Forecasts 11.2% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment Growth and 5.7% GDP Growth as Pandemic Wanes (April 14, 2021)

Washington, DC, April 14, 2021 – With U.S. vaccination rates rising quickly and the end of the pandemic in sight, equipment and software investment growth is expected to be robust this year as businesses invest to adapt to a post-pandemic normal. Annual equipment and software investment growth of 11.2 percent is forecast for 2021. Annual … Continue reading "Q2 Update to 2021 Economic Outlook Forecasts 11.2% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment Growth and 5.7% GDP Growth as Pandemic Wanes"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Reaches Highest Level in Three Years (March 18, 2021)

Washington, DC, March 18, 2021 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the March 2021 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Reaches Highest Level in Three Years"

Foundation Recommends Studies and Articles for Current Business Environment (March 03, 2021)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation’s future focus identifies trends, challenges, and opportunities in the equipment finance industry. Foundation studies are produced with a long-lens view into the future, so many of the insights are as relevant now as when they were first released. Here are our recommendations of Foundation reports and articles that are … Continue reading "Foundation Recommends Studies and Articles for Current Business Environment"

Foundation Mourns the Passing of Paul S. Gass (February 18, 2021)

Industry visionary Paul S. Gass passed away on Feb. 16, 2021. Gass was instrumental in the founding of the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation and was a member of the ELFA Equipment Finance Hall of Fame. Gass entered the equipment finance industry in 1966, working for national and international leasing corporations. In 1974, he founded … Continue reading "Foundation Mourns the Passing of Paul S. Gass"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Higher in February (February 18, 2021)

Washington, DC, February 18, 2021 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the February 2021 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Higher in February"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Remains Steady in January at Pre-Pandemic Levels (January 21, 2021)

Washington, DC, January 21, 2020 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the January 2021 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Remains Steady in January at Pre-Pandemic Levels"

Q1 2021 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (December 22, 2020)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q1 2021 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable information resource for industry participants. Designed for use in executive briefings and presentations, the presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and … Continue reading "Q1 2021 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Elects Officers and Welcomes New Trustees Following Annual Meetings (December 22, 2020)

Washington, DC, December 22, 2020 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) announced the 2021 officers of its Board of Trustees (Board). Board Officers serving are Scott Thacker, Chief Executive Officer, Ivory Consulting Corporation, as Chair; Nancy Pistorio, President, Madison Capital LLC, as Vice Chair; Zack Marsh, CFO, Orion First Financial, LLC, as Secretary/Treasurer; … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Elects Officers and Welcomes New Trustees Following Annual Meetings"

Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Reaches Pre-Pandemic Levels, COVID-19 Impact Survey Data Reveal Improved Default Expectations, Deferrals (December 17, 2020)

Washington, DC, December 17, 2020 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the December 2020 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Reaches Pre-Pandemic Levels, COVID-19 Impact Survey Data Reveal Improved Default Expectations, Deferrals"

2021 Economic Outlook Forecasts 7.8% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment Growth and 4.7% GDP Growth Despite Uneven Recovery (December 16, 2020)

Washington, DC, December 16, 2020 – Equipment and software investment growth fared better than overall GDP growth in 2020 as businesses invested to adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic, and growth should remain well into positive territory in the beginning of 2021. Annual equipment and software investment growth of 7.8 percent is forecast for 2021. Annual … Continue reading "2021 Economic Outlook Forecasts 7.8% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment Growth and 4.7% GDP Growth Despite Uneven Recovery"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Ticks Up in November, COVID-19 Impact Survey Data Reveal Default Expectations Further Improved, Fewer Deferrals (November 19, 2020)

Washington, DC, November 19, 2020 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the November 2020 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Ticks Up in November, COVID-19 Impact Survey Data Reveal Default Expectations Further Improved, Fewer Deferrals"

New Foundation Study Reveals Impact of COVID-19 and Recession on the Equipment Finance Industry (October 27, 2020)

Despite Heightened Economic Uncertainty, Business Environment for Equipment Finance Firms Expected to be More Favorable in 2021 Washington, DC, October 27, 2020 – Although the outlook for the U.S. economy is among the most uncertain on record, equipment finance industry leaders expect moderate portfolio growth in 2021, but performance will be highly sector-dependent, according to … Continue reading "New Foundation Study Reveals Impact of COVID-19 and Recession on the Equipment Finance Industry"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in October, COVID-19 Impact Survey Data Reveal Default Expectations Improved Month Over Month as Deferrals Wind Down (October 15, 2020)

Washington, DC, October 15, 2020 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the October 2020 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in October, COVID-19 Impact Survey Data Reveal Default Expectations Improved Month Over Month as Deferrals Wind Down"

Q4 2020 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (October 13, 2020)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q4 2020 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable resource for industry participants in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Designed for use in executive briefings and presentations, the presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance … Continue reading "Q4 2020 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

2020 Economic Outlook Forecasts Positive Equipment and Software Investment Growth in Q4; Overall GDP Growth Less Certain As Recovery Loses Steam (October 07, 2020)

Washington, DC, October 7, 2020 – After severe declines in equipment and software investment in Q1 and Q2 due to the effects of COVID-19 and the impact of social distancing measures, investment in equipment and software bounced back in Q3 as the U.S. economy began to reopen. While there is a great deal of uncertainty … Continue reading "2020 Economic Outlook Forecasts Positive Equipment and Software Investment Growth in Q4; Overall GDP Growth Less Certain As Recovery Loses Steam"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Higher in September, COVID-19 Impact Survey Data Reveal Steady Default Expectations Month Over Month (September 17, 2020)

Washington, DC, September 17, 2020 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the September 2020 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Higher in September, COVID-19 Impact Survey Data Reveal Steady Default Expectations Month Over Month"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Improves in August, COVID-19 Impact Survey Data Reveal Deferral Rates and Default Expectations (August 20, 2020)

Washington, DC, August 20, 2020 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the August 2020 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Improves in August, COVID-19 Impact Survey Data Reveal Deferral Rates and Default Expectations"

Foundation Announces Inaugural Scholarship Awards to Three Students (August 06, 2020)

Washington, DC, August 6, 2020 –The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) announces that three outstanding students are the first recipients of The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Scholarship, a program inaugurated in 2020 for students interested in potentially pursuing a career in the equipment finance industry. Each student will receive a scholarship of $5,000 … Continue reading "Foundation Announces Inaugural Scholarship Awards to Three Students"

Q3 2020 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (July 21, 2020)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q3 2020 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, a resource for industry participants that is more indispensable than ever amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Designed for use in executive briefings and presentations, the presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and … Continue reading "Q3 2020 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Steady in July, COVID-19 Impact Survey Data Reveal Deferral Rates and Default Expectations (July 16, 2020)

Washington, DC, July 16, 2020 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the July 2020 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Steady in July, COVID-19 Impact Survey Data Reveal Deferral Rates and Default Expectations"

Q3 Update to 2020 Economic Outlook Forecasts Improvement In Equipment and Software Investment and U.S. Economic Growth As Businesses Reopen (July 15, 2020)

Washington, DC, July 15, 2019 – After severe declines in equipment and software investment in Q1 and Q2 due to the effects of COVID-19 and the impact of social distancing measures on the U.S. economy, investment in equipment and software is projected to improve relative to the first half of the year as businesses reopen. … Continue reading "Q3 Update to 2020 Economic Outlook Forecasts Improvement In Equipment and Software Investment and U.S. Economic Growth As Businesses Reopen"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Surges in June, COVID-19 Impact Survey Data Revealed (June 18, 2020)

Washington, DC, June 18, 2020 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the June 2020 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Surges in June, COVID-19 Impact Survey Data Revealed"

New Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Podcast Delves Into the COVID-19 Impact Survey (June 17, 2020)

Latest Episode is the Foundation’s Third Release in 2020 Washington, DC, June 17, 2020 – Today the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Podcast releases a new episode titled “Deep Dive Into the COVID-19 Impact Survey” that examines the Foundation’s newest research resource developed to assess the impact of the pandemic on the equipment finance industry. … Continue reading "New Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Podcast Delves Into the COVID-19 Impact Survey"

Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Announces 3rd Annual “Day Of Giving” On June 16th (June 16, 2020)

24-Hour Fundraising Campaign Provides Individuals and Companies Opportunity to Give Back to the Equipment Finance Industry Washington, DC, June 16, 2020 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation is designating today a “Day of Giving” for everyone who has benefitted from the wide range of industry research, programs and resources the Foundation provides. This is … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Announces 3rd Annual “Day Of Giving” On June 16th"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Improves in May, New Data Reveal COVID-19 Impact (May 14, 2020)

Washington, DC, May 14, 2020 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the May 2020 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $900 billion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Improves in May, New Data Reveal COVID-19 Impact"

Q2 2020 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (April 20, 2020)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q2 2020 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, a resource for industry participants that is more indispensable than ever amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Designed for use in executive briefings and presentations, the presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and … Continue reading "Q2 2020 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Plummets in April From Impact of COVID-19 (April 16, 2020)

Washington, DC, April 16, 2020 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the April 2020 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Plummets in April From Impact of COVID-19"

Q2 Update to 2020 Economic Outlook Forecasts Severe Declines In Equipment and Software Investment and U.S. Economic Growth (April 15, 2020)

Washington, DC, April 15, 2019 – Owing to the substantial uncertainty stemming from both COVID-19 and the impact of social distancing measures on the U.S. economy, investment in equipment and software is projected to contract severely in 2020, to between -8.6 and -13.5 percent. Similarly, the U.S. economy is expected to have its worst year … Continue reading "Q2 Update to 2020 Economic Outlook Forecasts Severe Declines In Equipment and Software Investment and U.S. Economic Growth"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Dips in March Amid Uncertainty Around Coronavirus (March 12, 2020)

Washington, DC, March 12, 2020 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the March 2020 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Dips in March Amid Uncertainty Around Coronavirus"

Foundation Launches Scholarship Program to Promote Careers in the Equipment Finance Industry (March 10, 2020)

Washington, DC, March 10, 2020 –The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) has announced a new scholarship program for students interested in pursuing a career in the equipment finance industry. Up to three scholarships of $5,000 each will be awarded annually to full-time undergraduate or full-time or part-time graduate students majoring in business, economics, finance, … Continue reading "Foundation Launches Scholarship Program to Promote Careers in the Equipment Finance Industry"

Foundation Launches New Podcast (March 03, 2020)

Today the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation launches a new podcast for the equipment finance industry. Bi-monthly episodes will highlight Foundation resources and programs, including interviews with researchers, Board of Trustees members, and more. In the first episode, Foundation Executive Director and host Kelli Nienaber is joined in an engaging discussion on the Foundation’s 2020 … Continue reading "Foundation Launches New Podcast"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Remains Steady in February (February 13, 2020)

Washington, DC, February 13, 2020 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the February 2020 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Remains Steady in February"

New Foundation Report Examines U.S. Agriculture Industry for Equipment Finance Professionals (January 29, 2020)

Washington, DC, January 29, 2020 – Continued adoption and integration of new technologies to improve crop yields and meet the soaring demand for food are expected to be key influencers for growth in the agriculture market, according to a new study, Vertical Market Outlook Series: Agriculture Equipment released by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation … Continue reading "New Foundation Report Examines U.S. Agriculture Industry for Equipment Finance Professionals"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Up for Third Consecutive Month in January (January 16, 2020)

Washington, DC, January 16, 2020 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the January 2020 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Up for Third Consecutive Month in January"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Up Again in December (December 19, 2019)

Washington, DC, December 19, 2019 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the December 2019 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Up Again in December"

Q1 2020 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot now available (December 17, 2019)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q1 2020 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable resource for industry participants to incorporate into executive briefings and presentations. The presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and short narratives … Continue reading "Q1 2020 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot now available"

New Foundation Report Examines Digitalization in the Equipment Finance Industry (December 13, 2019)

Washington, DC, December 13, 2019 – The value and long-term significance of digitization is pervasive within the equipment finance industry, but still in its early stages, according to a new study, Going Digital: Current Activities and Future Expectations, released by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation). The report provides equipment finance industry participants with … Continue reading "New Foundation Report Examines Digitalization in the Equipment Finance Industry"

2020 Economic Outlook Forecasts 1.1% Expansion In Equipment and Software Investment and 1.7% GDP Growth (December 11, 2019)

Washington, DC, December 11, 2019 – Investment in equipment and software is projected to expand 1.1 percent in 2020 while U.S. economic growth slows to 1.7 percent according to the 2020 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation. After decelerating over the course of 2019, the … Continue reading "2020 Economic Outlook Forecasts 1.1% Expansion In Equipment and Software Investment and 1.7% GDP Growth"

Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Elects Officers, Welcomes New Trustees, and Presents Research Award During Annual Meetings (December 05, 2019)

Washington, DC, December 5, 2019 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) announced the 2020 slate of officers of its Board of Trustees (Board). Board Officers serving are Scott Thacker, Chief Executive Officer, Ivory Consulting Corporation, as Chair; Bonnie Michael, Vice President, Legal and General Counsel – United States, Volvo Financial Services, as Vice … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Elects Officers, Welcomes New Trustees, and Presents Research Award During Annual Meetings"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Up in November (November 14, 2019)

Washington, DC, November 14, 2019 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the November 2019 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Up in November"

New Foundation Study Finds Nearly 8 in 10 End-Users Acquire Equipment Through Financing, Increase in Cash-Based Acquisitions and Opportunities for Industry Growth (October 28, 2019)

Foundation Launches New Equipment Finance Industry Recession Monitor Washington, DC, October 28, 2019 –The vast majority of businesses (79%) relied on financing for at least part of their equipment and software acquisitions last year amid a decline in the propensity to finance equipment investment, according to a new study, 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Horizon … Continue reading "New Foundation Study Finds Nearly 8 in 10 End-Users Acquire Equipment Through Financing, Increase in Cash-Based Acquisitions and Opportunities for Industry Growth"

Q4 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (October 18, 2019)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q4 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable resource for industry participants to incorporate into executive briefings and presentations. The presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and short narratives … Continue reading "Q4 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases Again in October (October 17, 2019)

Washington, DC, October 17, 2019 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the October 2019 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases Again in October"

2019 U.S. Economic Outlook Q4 Update Forecasts 3.9% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment and 2.2% GDP Growth (October 11, 2019)

Washington, DC, October 11, 2019 – Equipment and software investment growth decelerated during the second consecutive quarter and is expected to moderate at 3.9 percent (unchanged from the Q3 Update of the Economic Outlook published in July), according to the Q4 Update to the 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook released today by … Continue reading "2019 U.S. Economic Outlook Q4 Update Forecasts 3.9% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment and 2.2% GDP Growth"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in September (September 19, 2019)

Washington, DC, September 19, 2019 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the September 2019 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in September"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Increases Again in August (August 15, 2019)

Washington, DC, August 15, 2019 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the August 2019 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Increases Again in August"

New Foundation Report Examines U.S. Healthcare Industry for Equipment Finance Professionals (August 08, 2019)

Washington, DC, August 8, 2019 – Cost and technology are two key themes underlying virtually every trend and issue impacting one of the most significant drivers of the U.S. economy—the healthcare industry—according to a new study, Vertical Market Outlook Series: Healthcare released by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation). The report provides an outlook … Continue reading "New Foundation Report Examines U.S. Healthcare Industry for Equipment Finance Professionals"

Q3 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (July 19, 2019)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q3 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable resource for industry participants to incorporate into executive briefings and presentations. The presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and short narratives … Continue reading "Q3 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Higher in July (July 18, 2019)

Washington, DC, July 18, 2019 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the July 2019 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Higher in July"

2019 U.S. Economic Outlook Q3 Update Forecasts 3.9% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment and 2.5% GDP Growth (July 12, 2019)

Washington, DC, July 12, 2019 – After two consecutive years of solid growth, equipment and software investment growth is likely to slow in 2019 to 3.9 percent (down from 4.5 percent in the Q2 update of the Economic Outlook published in April), according to the Q3 update to the 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. … Continue reading "2019 U.S. Economic Outlook Q3 Update Forecasts 3.9% Expansion in Equipment and Software Investment and 2.5% GDP Growth"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in June (June 20, 2019)

Washington, DC, June 20, 2019 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the June 2019 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in June"

EQUIPMENT LEASING & FINANCE FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2ND ANNUAL “DAY OF GIVING” ON JUNE 4TH (June 04, 2019)

24-Hour Fundraising Campaign for Individuals, Companies to Make a Lasting Impact on the Equipment Finance Industry Washington, DC, June 4, 2019 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation is designating today a “Day of Giving” for everyone who has benefitted from the wide range of industry research and academic outreach programs the Foundation provides. This … Continue reading "EQUIPMENT LEASING & FINANCE FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES 2ND ANNUAL “DAY OF GIVING” ON JUNE 4TH"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Improves in May (May 16, 2019)

MCI-EFI Reaches Milestone 10th Anniversary Washington, DC, May 16, 2019 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the May 2019 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Improves in May"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in April (April 18, 2019)

Washington, DC, April 18, 2019 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the April 2019 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in April"

Q2 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (April 16, 2019)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q2 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable resource for industry participants to incorporate into executive briefings and presentations. The presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions and projections for the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and short narratives … Continue reading "Q2 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

2019 Economic Outlook Forecasts 4.5% Expansion In Equipment and Software Investment and 2.2% GDP Growth (April 10, 2019)

Washington, DC, April 10, 2019 – After two consecutive solid years, equipment and software investment growth is likely to slow in 2019 to 4.5 percent (up from 4.1 percent in the Economic Outlook published in December), according to the Q2 update to the 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook released today by the … Continue reading "2019 Economic Outlook Forecasts 4.5% Expansion In Equipment and Software Investment and 2.2% GDP Growth"

Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation’s 2019 Industry Future Council Explores Strategies for Innovation (March 26, 2019)

Washington, DC, March 26, 2019 – Embracing innovation and incorporating it into the day-to-day agenda represents a new way of doing business. However, today’s cutting-edge differentiator has only a seat at the table tomorrow, according to the 2019 Industry Future Council (IFC) report, “Embracing Innovation – Positioning Your Business for Future Success,” released today by … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation’s 2019 Industry Future Council Explores Strategies for Innovation"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Increases Again in March (March 14, 2019)

Washington, DC, March 14, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the March 2019 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Increases Again in March"

New Foundation Study Finds Greater Financing Opportunities Amid Double-Digit Growth in Robotics (February 19, 2019)

Washington, DC, February 19, 2019 –Increased robotics utilization among manufacturers and end-users will generate greater financing opportunities as robotics continue to change how business is conducted in the future, according to a new study, Robots, Cobots, and Finance released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation. The study, commissioned by the Foundation and prepared … Continue reading "New Foundation Study Finds Greater Financing Opportunities Amid Double-Digit Growth in Robotics"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Increases in February (February 14, 2019)

Washington, DC, February 14, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the February 2019 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Increases in February"

New Foundation Study Examines Role of Independents and Reveals Secrets of Their Success (February 08, 2019)

Washington, DC, February 8, 2019 –What is the domain of independent financing companies? How do independents create value and differentiate themselves from often much larger and lower rate competitors? A new study, Independents: Banking on the Non-Banks, released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation, addresses these and other questions about this critical source … Continue reading "New Foundation Study Examines Role of Independents and Reveals Secrets of Their Success"

New Foundation Study Reveals Potential for Far-Reaching Impacts for the Finance Industry From Disruption in the U.S. Energy Sector (January 28, 2019)

Washington, DC, January 28, 2019 –Disruption in the energy sector presents significant opportunities for investors, financiers, equipment vendors and solution providers, according to a new study, The Impact of New Energy Production Technologies on Equipment Finance – Opportunities and Challenges Shaping the Future of the Finance Industry, released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance … Continue reading "New Foundation Study Reveals Potential for Far-Reaching Impacts for the Finance Industry From Disruption in the U.S. Energy Sector"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases Further in January (January 17, 2019)

Washington, DC, January 17, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the January 2019 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases Further in January"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases Again in December (December 17, 2018)

Washington, DC, December 17, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the December 2018 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases Again in December"

Q1 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (December 13, 2018)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q1 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable resource for industry participants to incorporate into executive briefings and presentations. The presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions of the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and short narratives of key … Continue reading "Q1 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

2019 Economic Outlook Forecasts 4.1% Expansion In Equipment and Software Investment and 2.3% GDP Growth (December 11, 2018)

Washington, DC, December 11, 2018 – Investment in equipment and software is projected to expand 4.1 percent in 2019 according to the 2019 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation. Equipment and software investment increased at a robust rate in the first half of 2018, driven … Continue reading "2019 Economic Outlook Forecasts 4.1% Expansion In Equipment and Software Investment and 2.3% GDP Growth"

Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Elects Officers, Welcomes New Trustees, and Presents Research Award During Annual Meetings (November 29, 2018)

Washington, DC, November 29, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) announced the officers of its Board of Trustees who will serve in 2019. Board Officers serving are Jeffry Elliott, Senior Managing Director, Huntington Equipment Finance, as Chairman; Scott Thacker, Chief Executive Officer, Ivory Consulting Corporation as Vice Chairman; Nancy Pistorio, President, Madison … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Elects Officers, Welcomes New Trustees, and Presents Research Award During Annual Meetings"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases Further in November (November 15, 2018)

Washington, DC, November 15, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the November 2018 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases Further in November"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in October (October 23, 2018)

Washington, DC, October 23, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the October 2018 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in October"

New Foundation Study Reports Equipment Finance Industry on Sound Footing For the Future After Healthy Growth in 2017 (October 16, 2018)

Washington, DC, October 16, 2018 –The equipment finance industry posted a solid year of growth in 2017, and recent data on business investment and confidence suggest that the industry is likely to repeat or improve on that trend in 2018, according to a new study, 2018 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Horizon Report released by … Continue reading "New Foundation Study Reports Equipment Finance Industry on Sound Footing For the Future After Healthy Growth in 2017"

Q4 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (October 15, 2018)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q4 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable resource for industry participants to incorporate into executive briefings and presentations. The presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions of the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry with clear, easy-to-digest charts and short narratives of key trends. … Continue reading "Q4 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Q4 Economic Outlook Forecasts 7.9% Growth In Equipment and Software Investment in 2018 (October 10, 2018)

Washington, DC, October 10, 2018 – After solid growth in 2017, investment in equipment and software should remain strong in 2018 and is projected to expand 7.9 percent (up from 7.0 percent in the Q3 Economic Outlook published in July) according to the Q4 update to the 2018 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook … Continue reading "Q4 Economic Outlook Forecasts 7.9% Growth In Equipment and Software Investment in 2018"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Increases in September (September 20, 2018)

Washington, DC, September 20, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the September 2018 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Increases in September"

New Applied Economics Handbook Provides Updated, Data-Driven Insights, and Techniques for Equipment Finance Decision-Making (September 12, 2018)

Washington, DC, September 12, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) has released the 2018 update to the Applied Economics Handbook: Make Better Business Decision Using Economics intended to provide equipment finance executives with insights on how to leverage economic data and tools to benefit their businesses. The first Applied Economics Handbook was … Continue reading "New Applied Economics Handbook Provides Updated, Data-Driven Insights, and Techniques for Equipment Finance Decision-Making"

New Foundation Study Indicates U.S. Road Transportation/Trucking Industry to Remain Strong Despite Obstacles (September 12, 2018)

Washington, DC, September 12, 2018 – The U.S. over-the-road transportation/trucking industry is having its best growth in years and is forecast to remain strong for the next 12 to 18 months before softening, according to a new study, 2018-2019 Vertical Market Series – Road Transportation released by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation). The … Continue reading "New Foundation Study Indicates U.S. Road Transportation/Trucking Industry to Remain Strong Despite Obstacles"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases Further in August (August 16, 2018)

Washington, DC, August 16, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the August 2018 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases Further in August"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in July (July 19, 2018)

Washington, DC, July 19, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the July 2018 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in July"

Q3 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (July 17, 2018)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q3 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable executive resource for industry participants. The presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions of the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry. Prepared by Keybridge Research and updated quarterly, the deck comprises clear, easy-to-digest charts and short narratives … Continue reading "Q3 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

2018 Economic Outlook Forecasts 7.0% Expansion In Equipment and Software Investment and 2.8% GDP Growth (July 13, 2018)

Washington, DC, July 13, 2018 – After solid growth in 2017, investment in equipment and software should remain strong in 2018 and is projected to expand 7.0 percent (down from 8.5 percent in the Q2 Economic Outlook published in April) according to the Q3 update to the 2018 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook … Continue reading "2018 Economic Outlook Forecasts 7.0% Expansion In Equipment and Software Investment and 2.8% GDP Growth"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Up in June (June 21, 2018)

Washington, DC, June 21, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the June 2018 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Up in June"

New Study Indicates a Bright Future in the Near-Term for U.S. Commercial and Residential Construction Industry (June 14, 2018)

Washington, DC, June 14 2018 – The foreseeable future appears bright for general contractors working in commercial and residential construction, according to a new study, 2018-2019 Vertical Market Series – Construction, released by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation). The study provides an outlook on U.S. construction market sector confidence, anticipated spending, and key … Continue reading "New Study Indicates a Bright Future in the Near-Term for U.S. Commercial and Residential Construction Industry"

New Foundation Study Prepares Equipment Finance Professionals for the Potential of a High-Interest Rate, Inflationary Economy (June 12, 2018)

Washington, DC, June 15, 2018 – In response to a decade-long low-interest rate, low-inflation setting, the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) has released a new study, On the Rise: How Inflationary Pressures and Rising Interest Rates Could Impact the Equipment Finance Industry, to prepare equipment finance firms for the possibility of a more rapid … Continue reading "New Foundation Study Prepares Equipment Finance Professionals for the Potential of a High-Interest Rate, Inflationary Economy"

FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES “DAY OF GIVING” ON JUNE 5th (June 05, 2018)

Opportunity for People to Make a Lasting Impact on the Equipment Finance Industry Washington, DC, June 5, 2018—The  Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation is designating today a “Day of Giving” for everyone who has ever used a Foundation study or other resource that benefited themselves or their company. The inaugural Day of Giving is intended … Continue reading "FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES “DAY OF GIVING” ON JUNE 5th"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases Further in May (May 17, 2018)

Washington, DC, May 17, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the May 2018 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases Further in May"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in April (April 19, 2018)

Washington, DC, April 19, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the April 2018 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in April"

New Foundation Report Explores Future Impact of Gen Z on the Equipment Finance Industry (April 18, 2018)

Washington, DC, April 18, 2018—Equipment finance companies must be prepared to work with a new generation of employees that is very different from Millennials, according to a new report, “2018 Industry Future Council: Preparing for Radical Customer and Employee Change Between Now and 2030,” released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation. The report … Continue reading "New Foundation Report Explores Future Impact of Gen Z on the Equipment Finance Industry"

2018 Economic Outlook Forecasts 8.5% Expansion In Equipment and Software Investment and 2.7% GDP Growth (April 11, 2018)

Washington, DC, April 11, 2018 – After solid growth in 2017, investment in equipment and software will likely continue to strengthen in 2018 and is projected to expand 8.5 percent (down slightly from 9.1 percent in the Economic Outlook published in December) according to the Q2 update to the 2018 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. … Continue reading "2018 Economic Outlook Forecasts 8.5% Expansion In Equipment and Software Investment and 2.7% GDP Growth"

Foundation Website Wins 2018 Gold AVA Digital Award (April 06, 2018)

Washington, DC, April 6, 2018 –The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation’s (Foundation) website at www.leasefoundation.org has been named a winner of a 2018 Gold AVA Digital Award. The AVA Digital Awards is an international competition that recognizes excellence by creative professionals responsible for the planning, concept, direction, design, and production of digital communication. The Foundation’s … Continue reading "Foundation Website Wins 2018 Gold AVA Digital Award"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in March (March 15, 2018)

Washington, DC, March 15, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the March 2018 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in March"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Remains High in February (February 15, 2018)

Washington, DC, February 15, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the February 2018 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Remains High in February"

New Study Reveals Fintech’s Disruptive Force in the Financing Process (February 09, 2018)

Insights Offer Equipment Finance Companies Ways to Gain Market Share in Existing and Emerging Markets   Washington, DC, February 9, 2018 – A new study commissioned by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) reveals that rapidly emerging Fintech technology platforms present a disruptive force to the equipment finance industry, but Fintech is not forecast … Continue reading "New Study Reveals Fintech’s Disruptive Force in the Financing Process"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence At All-Time High in January (January 18, 2018)

Washington, DC, January 18, 2018 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the January 2018 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence At All-Time High in January"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Increases Again in December (December 15, 2017)

Washington, DC, December 15, 2017 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the December 2017 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Increases Again in December"

2018 Economic Outlook Forecasts 9.1% Expansion In Equipment and Software Investment and 2.7% GDP growth (December 13, 2017)

Washington, DC, December 13, 2017 – Investment in equipment and software is projected to expand 9.1 percent in 2018 according to the 2018 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation. The annual investment growth projection, which is well above the estimated 5.2 percent growth rate experienced … Continue reading "2018 Economic Outlook Forecasts 9.1% Expansion In Equipment and Software Investment and 2.7% GDP growth"

Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Elects Officers, Welcomes New Trustees, and Presents Research Award During Annual Meetings (November 30, 2017)

Washington, DC, November 30, 2017 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (Foundation) announced the officers of its Board of Trustees who will serve in 2018. Board Officers serving are Jeffry Elliott, Senior Managing Director, Huntington Equipment Finance, as Chairman; Scott Thacker, Chief Executive Officer, Ivory Consulting Corporation as Vice Chairman; Vincent Belcastro, Managing Director/Group … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Elects Officers, Welcomes New Trustees, and Presents Research Award During Annual Meetings"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Higher in November (November 16, 2017)

Washington, DC, November 16, 2017 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the November 2017 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Higher in November"

2017 State of the Equipment Finance Industry Report Shows $1 Trillion Sector Well-Positioned for the Future (October 23, 2017)

Many Signs Point to Strong Business Confidence and Increased Investment as Key Sectors Rebound WASHINGTON, DC, October 23, 2017 Equipment finance industry performance remains relatively strong, according to the 2017 State of the Equipment Finance Industry Report. The report was released today at the 56th Annual Convention of the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA). … Continue reading "2017 State of the Equipment Finance Industry Report Shows $1 Trillion Sector Well-Positioned for the Future"

New State of Credit Quality Study Forecasts Equipment Finance Industry Is Better Positioned to Weather Another Recession (October 23, 2017)

  Lower Risk Portfolio and Management Changes Create Positive Impact Orlando, FL—October 23, 2017— A new study conducted by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation and PayNet, Inc., “The State of Credit Quality: Where We Have Been and Where Are We Going,” shows industry credit quality and performance remain strong and better than pre-recession levels. … Continue reading "New State of Credit Quality Study Forecasts Equipment Finance Industry Is Better Positioned to Weather Another Recession"

Q4 Economic Outlook Forecasts 4.3% Growth In Equipment and Software Investment in 2017 (October 11, 2017)

Washington, DC, October 11, 2017 – Investment in equipment and software is projected to expand 4.3 percent in 2017 according to the Q4 update to the 2017 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation. The new investment growth estimate, revised upward from 3.6 percent in the … Continue reading "Q4 Economic Outlook Forecasts 4.3% Growth In Equipment and Software Investment in 2017"

Foundation Appoints Anneliese DeDiemar as Director of Marketing and Communications (September 29, 2017)

Washington, DC, September 29, 2017 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation announces that Anneliese DeDiemar has joined the organization as Director of Marketing and Communications, effective September 28, 2017. In this position, DeDiemar will be responsible for developing and executing the Foundation’s communication and marketing strategy, and implementing digital engagement campaigns to promote and … Continue reading "Foundation Appoints Anneliese DeDiemar as Director of Marketing and Communications"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Higher in August (August 17, 2017)

Washington, DC, August 17, 2017 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the August 2017 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Higher in August"

Foundation Launches Redesigned Website (August 10, 2017)

Washington, DC, August 10, 2017 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation launched a redesigned website at www.leasefoundation.org. The site provides user-friendly resources to connect with donors, academics, students and stakeholders in the $1 trillion commercial equipment finance industry. The new site includes academic programs and research opportunities, as well as simplified download capability for … Continue reading "Foundation Launches Redesigned Website"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence in July Steady With Previous Two Months (July 20, 2017)

Washington, DC, July 20, 2017 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the July 2017 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence in July Steady With Previous Two Months"

Media Alert: Q3 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available (July 19, 2017)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation has released the Q3 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot, an indispensable executive resource for industry participants. The presentation slide deck summarizes the current conditions of the U.S. economy and equipment finance industry. Prepared by Keybridge Research and updated quarterly, this is the second edition of the Industry Snapshot … Continue reading "Media Alert: Q3 Equipment Leasing & Finance Industry Snapshot Now Available"

Q3 Economic Outlook Forecasts Expanded 3.6% Growth In Equipment and Software Investment in 2017 (July 12, 2017)

Washington, DC, July 12, 2017 – Investment in equipment and software is expected to grow 3.6 percent in 2017, according to the Q3 update to the 2017 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation. The Foundation revised its 2017 equipment and software investment growth forecast up … Continue reading "Q3 Economic Outlook Forecasts Expanded 3.6% Growth In Equipment and Software Investment in 2017"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Remains Steady in June (June 15, 2017)

Washington, DC, June 15, 2017 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation(the Foundation) releases the June 2017 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Remains Steady in June"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases Further in May (May 18, 2017)

Washington, DC, May 18, 2017 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the May 2017 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases Further in May"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in April (April 20, 2017)

Washington, DC, April 20, 2017 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the April 2017 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in April"

Q2 Economic Outlook Forecasts 2.8% Growth In Equipment and Software Investment in 2017 (April 12, 2017)

Washington, DC, April 12, 2017 – Investment in equipment and software is expected to grow 2.8 percent in 2017, according to the Q2 update to the 2017 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation. The Foundation lowered its 2017 equipment and software investment forecast to 2.8%, … Continue reading "Q2 Economic Outlook Forecasts 2.8% Growth In Equipment and Software Investment in 2017"

New Foundation Study Explores Future of Equipment Finance Amid Rapidly Advancing Technology Trends (April 03, 2017)

Washington, DC, April 3, 2017 – Equipment finance companies will need to use “day-after-tomorrow” thinking to succeed in a rapidly changing world, according to a new report, “ 2017 Industry Future Council:  Staying Ahead of Tomorrow,” released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation. The report summarizes the discussions of 22 equipment finance industry … Continue reading "New Foundation Study Explores Future of Equipment Finance Amid Rapidly Advancing Technology Trends"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Remains Strong in March (March 02, 2017)

Washington, DC, March 16, 2017 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the March 2017 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Remains Strong in March"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Levels Near All-Time High in February (February 02, 2017)

Washington, DC, February 16, 2017 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the February 2017 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Levels Near All-Time High in February"

Foundation Seeking Nominations for New Trustees (February 02, 2017)

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation’s Nominating Committee is seeking nominations for Trustee candidates. Identifying a vibrant slate of nominees is critical to the ongoing governance and leadership of any organization.  The Foundation intends to assemble Trustees who represent the broadest cross-section of the equipment finance industry.  The Nominating Committee will vet candidates based on … Continue reading "Foundation Seeking Nominations for New Trustees"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Reaches All-Time High (January 02, 2017)

Washington, DC, January 19, 2017 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the January 2017 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Reaches All-Time High"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Spikes Post-Election (December 02, 2016)

Washington, DC, December 15, 2016 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the December 2016 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Spikes Post-Election"

2017 Economic Outlook Forecasts 3% Growth In Equipment and Software Investment (December 02, 2016)

Washington, DC, December 12, 2016 – Investment in equipment and software is expected to grow 3.0% in 2017, according to the Annual 2017 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlookreleased today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation. After a likely contraction in 2016, equipment and software investment is on track to improve in 2017. According to the … Continue reading "2017 Economic Outlook Forecasts 3% Growth In Equipment and Software Investment"

2016 Media Coverage (December 01, 2016)

The Economy Is More Durable Than It Looks By Steven Russolillo The Wall Street Journal, December 21, 2016 U.S. business borrowing for equipment rises 5 percent in November: ELFA By Radhika Rukmangadhan Reuters, December 20, 2016 Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Spikes Post-Election Supply Chain 24 7, December 16, 2016 Modern Materials Handling, December … Continue reading "2016 Media Coverage"

Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Elects Officers, Welcomes New Trustees and Presents Research Award During Annual Meetings (November 02, 2016)

Washington, DC, November 18, 2016 – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation(Foundation) today announced the officers of its Board of Trustees who will serve in 2017. Board Officers serving are William Verhelle, Member, Harvard Partners LLC as Chair; Scott Thacker, Chief Executive Officer, Ivory Consulting Corporation as Vice Chairman; Ralph Petta, President and Chief Executive Officer, Equipment Leasing and … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation Elects Officers, Welcomes New Trustees and Presents Research Award During Annual Meetings"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in November (November 02, 2016)

Washington, DC, November 17, 2016 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the November 2016 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in November"

NEARLY 8 IN 10 BUSINESSES USED FINANCING TO ACQUIRE EQUIPMENT IN 2015, NEW STUDY REVEALS (October 02, 2016)

Overall Propensity to Finance Increased as Use of Leases and Secured Loans Grew, Share of Cash Purchases Declined WASHINGTON, DC, October 24, 2016—Seventy-eight percent of respondents in a survey of businesses used at least one form of financing when acquiring equipment in FY 2015, according to the U.S. Equipment Finance Market Study:  2016-2017 released today by the Equipment … Continue reading "NEARLY 8 IN 10 BUSINESSES USED FINANCING TO ACQUIRE EQUIPMENT IN 2015, NEW STUDY REVEALS"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Increases to Six-Month High (October 02, 2016)

Washington, DC, October 20, 2016 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the October 2016 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Increases to Six-Month High"

Q4 Economic Outlook Lowers 2016 Equipment and Software Investment Growth Forecast to -0.5% (October 02, 2016)

Washington, DC, Oct. 11, 2016 –- Investment in equipment and software is expected to contract -0.5 percent in 2016, according to the Q4 update to the 2016 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation. The Foundation lowered its forecast to -0.5 percent, down from 0.9 percent … Continue reading "Q4 Economic Outlook Lowers 2016 Equipment and Software Investment Growth Forecast to -0.5%"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in September Amid U.S. Election Concerns (September 30, 2016)

Washington, DC, September 22, 2016 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the September 2016 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in September Amid U.S. Election Concerns"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Improves in August (August 30, 2016)

Washington, DC, August 18, 2016 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the August 2016 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Improves in August"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Remains Steady in July (July 30, 2016)

Washington, DC, July 21, 2016 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the July 2016 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Remains Steady in July"

Managed Solution Transactions on the Rise in Equipment Finance Industry, According to New Foundation Study (July 25, 2016)

Washington, DC, July 25, 2016 –-Managed solution transactions (MST) or MST-like structures are becoming a major new offering of equipment leasing and finance companies and are very likely to continue growing as a proportion of U.S. equipment leasing volumes, according to a new research study released by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation.  MSTs combine equipment with … Continue reading "Managed Solution Transactions on the Rise in Equipment Finance Industry, According to New Foundation Study"

Q3 Economic Outlook Forecasts 0.9% Growth in Equipment and Software Investment in 2016 (July 11, 2016)

Report Findings to be Featured in July 20 Webcast Washington, DC, July 11, 2016 – Investment in equipment and software is expected to grow a sluggish 0.9 percent in 2016, according to the Q3 update to the 2016 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation. The Foundation revised its forecast … Continue reading "Q3 Economic Outlook Forecasts 0.9% Growth in Equipment and Software Investment in 2016"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases Again in June Amid Political and Economic Uncertainty (June 21, 2016)

Washington, DC, June 21, 2016 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the June 2016 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases Again in June Amid Political and Economic Uncertainty"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in May Amid U.S. Political Concerns (May 30, 2016)

Washington, DC, May 19, 2016 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the May 2016 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Eases in May Amid U.S. Political Concerns"

Q2 Economic Outlook Forecasts 2.7% Growth In Equipment and Software Investment in 2016 (April 30, 2016)

Washington, DC, April 11, 2016 – Investment in equipment and software is expected to grow 2.7 percent in 2016, according to the Q2 update to the 2016 Equipment Leasing & Finance U.S. Economic Outlook released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation. The Foundation lowered its 2016 equipment and software investment forecast to 2.7 percent, down from 4.4 … Continue reading "Q2 Economic Outlook Forecasts 2.7% Growth In Equipment and Software Investment in 2016"

Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Improves Again in April (April 20, 2016)

Washington, DC, April 21, 2016 –- The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) releases the April 2016 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI) today. Designed to collect leadership data, the index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment … Continue reading "Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Improves Again in April"

Colorado MBA Students Learn About Equipment Finance (March 02, 2016)

March 20, 2017 – A group of about 50 full-time professionals in the Leeds School of Business Evening MBA Program at the University of Colorado at Boulder recently learned about the equipment finance industry and lease accounting changes in a guest lecture by Key Equipment Finance President Adam Warner and Chief Financial Officer Deb Brady. Utilizing the Guest … Continue reading "Colorado MBA Students Learn About Equipment Finance"

2015 Media Coverage (December 01, 2015)

Hoping For A Great 2016 By Eric Sfiligoj CropLife, December 28, 2015 Reality Check: US Demand for Equipment Finance Only Modest By Jon Hurdle Market News International, December 22, 2015 U.S. business borrowing for equipment falls 12 percent in November: ELFA By Arunima Banerjee Reuters, December 18, 2015 Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Remains … Continue reading "2015 Media Coverage"

2014 Media Coverage (December 01, 2014)

Rise of the Machines – Robots Move Into Small Business By James Bryant Bizmology, December 30, 2014 Field Service IT News For VARs By Cheryl Knight Business Solutions, December 26, 2014 Equipment Leasing and Finance Industry Confidence Steady in December Construction Equipment Guide, December 19, 2014 Equipment Investment Expected to Grow 6 Percent in 2015 … Continue reading "2014 Media Coverage"