Loans Secured by Real Estate, Banks Ranked 1st to 100th Largest in Size by Assets
ALSRET100 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3,724,051.00
Year-over-Year Change
11.23%
Date Range
1/1/1985 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend tracks the total value of real estate loans held by the top 100 largest U.S. banks by asset size. It provides critical insight into lending patterns and real estate market health across the banking sector.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
The metric represents a key indicator of banking sector lending activity in the real estate market, reflecting both residential and commercial property financing trends. Economists use this data to assess credit availability, bank risk exposure, and potential economic growth signals.
Methodology
Data is collected through regulatory reporting requirements from banks, aggregating loan values across different real estate lending categories for the largest 100 banking institutions.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, financial regulators, and market analysts to understand credit market dynamics and potential systemic risks in the banking sector.
Key Facts
- Tracks real estate lending for top 100 U.S. banks by asset size
- Includes both residential and commercial property loans
- Provides insight into banking sector credit availability
FAQs
Q: What does ALSRET100 specifically measure?
A: It measures the total value of real estate loans held by the 100 largest U.S. banks by total assets. This includes both residential and commercial property loans.
Q: Why is this trend important for economists?
A: The trend helps economists understand credit market conditions, bank lending strategies, and potential economic growth indicators in the real estate sector.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The Federal Reserve typically updates this data quarterly, providing a current snapshot of lending trends among major banks.
Q: Can this trend predict economic downturns?
A: Significant changes in real estate lending can be an early indicator of potential economic shifts, particularly in credit markets and property sectors.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The trend only covers the top 100 banks, potentially missing lending activities of smaller regional and community banks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Loans Secured by Real Estate, Banks Ranked 1st to 100th Largest in Size by Assets [ALSRET100], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025