Failures and Assistance Transactions of all Institutions by Transaction Type (Purchase and Assumption (PI)) for the United States and Other Areas
BKTTPIA641N • 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 (PI) transactions involving bank failures and institutional assistance in the United States. It provides critical insight into financial system stability and institutional risk management 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 data represents transactions where a healthy financial institution assumes the assets, liabilities, and deposits of a failing bank through a Purchase and Assumption agreement. Economists use this metric to assess banking sector resilience and potential systemic risks.
Methodology
Data is collected and compiled by the Federal Reserve through regulatory reporting and bank resolution tracking mechanisms.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, regulators, and financial analysts to understand banking sector health and potential intervention strategies during economic disruptions.
Key Facts
- Tracks Purchase and Assumption (PI) transactions in the banking sector
- Provides insights into institutional financial health
- Helps assess potential systemic risks in the financial system
FAQs
Q: What does a Purchase and Assumption (PI) transaction mean?
A: A Purchase and Assumption transaction occurs when a healthy financial institution takes over the assets, liabilities, and deposits of a failing bank to maintain financial system stability.
Q: Why are these transactions important?
A: These transactions help prevent disruptions in banking services and protect depositors during institutional failures, maintaining overall economic confidence.
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: Who uses this economic trend?
A: Regulators, financial analysts, economists, and policymakers use this trend to assess banking sector health and potential intervention strategies.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The data may not capture all nuanced aspects of banking transactions and represents a snapshot of specific institutional interactions at a given time.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Failures and Assistance Transactions of all Institutions by Transaction Type (Purchase and Assumption (PI)) for the United States and Other Areas [BKTTPIA641N], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025