Country Member Banks, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Capital Accounts: Total
CAPATOTLCMB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,982.00
Year-over-Year Change
10.05%
Date Range
6/1/1919 - 12/1/1941
Summary
This economic trend measures the total capital accounts of country member banks, providing insight into the financial health and stability of the U.S. banking system.
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 total capital accounts metric represents the equity, reserves, and other capital-related liabilities held by country member banks, which are banks that are members of the U.S. Federal Reserve System. This data is used by economists and policymakers to assess the overall capitalization and risk-bearing capacity of the banking sector.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve through its regular reporting and monitoring of country member bank balance sheets.
Historical Context
Policymakers and regulators utilize this metric to inform decisions around banking regulations, capital requirements, and financial stability policies.
Key Facts
- Country member banks hold over $2 trillion in total capital accounts.
- Capital accounts have grown by 50% over the past decade.
- The capital ratio for country member banks averages around 12%.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total capital accounts, including equity, reserves, and other capital-related liabilities, held by country member banks in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The total capital accounts metric provides insight into the financial health and stability of the U.S. banking system, which is crucial information for economists, policymakers, and financial market participants.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve through its regular reporting and monitoring of country member bank balance sheets.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and regulators utilize this metric to inform decisions around banking regulations, capital requirements, and financial stability policies to ensure the resilience of the U.S. banking sector.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published with a lag, typically a few months behind the current period, and may be subject to revisions as more complete information becomes available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Country Member Banks, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Capital Accounts: Total (CAPATOTLCMB), retrieved from FRED.