Failures and Assistance Transactions of all Institutions by Transaction Type (Purchase and Assumption (P&A)) for the United States and Other Areas
BKTPAAA641N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
1/1/1934 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend tracks the number and value of Purchase and Assumption (P&A) transactions involving bank failures and institutional assistance in the United States. It provides critical insights into financial system stability and regulatory interventions during periods of economic stress.
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 health, capturing instances where healthy financial institutions acquire assets and liabilities from troubled or failing banks. Economists use this data to assess systemic risk and the effectiveness of regulatory mechanisms in managing institutional vulnerabilities.
Methodology
Data is collected and compiled by the Federal Reserve through comprehensive reporting from financial regulatory agencies and banking institutions.
Historical Context
This trend is used in macroeconomic analysis to evaluate financial sector resilience, inform policy decisions, and understand potential systemic risks in the banking ecosystem.
Key Facts
- Tracks Purchase and Assumption (P&A) transactions in the banking sector
- Provides insights into financial institution stability
- Helps regulators assess systemic economic risks
FAQs
Q: What does a Purchase and Assumption (P&A) transaction mean?
A: A P&A transaction occurs when a healthy bank acquires the assets and assumes the liabilities of a failing bank, typically facilitated by regulatory authorities to minimize economic disruption.
Q: Why are these transactions important?
A: These transactions help maintain financial system stability by preventing complete bank failures and protecting depositors during economic challenges.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly or when significant banking events occur, providing near-real-time insights into financial sector dynamics.
Q: What can high P&A transaction volumes indicate?
A: High volumes might signal underlying economic stress, potential systemic risks, or significant structural changes in the banking sector.
Q: Who uses this economic trend?
A: Policymakers, financial regulators, economists, and investors use this trend to assess banking sector health and potential economic risks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Failures and Assistance Transactions of all Institutions by Transaction Type (Purchase and Assumption (P&A)) for the United States and Other Areas [BKTPAAA641N], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025