Assets: Total Assets: Total Assets: Wednesday Level in Federal Reserve District 5: Richmond
D5WATAL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
585,683.00
Year-over-Year Change
4.79%
Date Range
6/7/2006 - 7/30/2025
Summary
The 'Assets: Total Assets: Total Assets: Wednesday Level in Federal Reserve District 5: Richmond' trend measures the total assets held by financial institutions in the Fifth Federal Reserve District, which includes the state of Virginia. This metric is closely watched by economists and policymakers to gauge regional financial conditions and economic activity.
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
This trend represents the total assets, including loans, securities, and other financial instruments, held by banks and other depository institutions in the Fifth Federal Reserve District. It serves as an indicator of the overall size and health of the regional financial system, which is crucial for understanding broader economic trends and informing policy decisions.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported weekly by the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond.
Historical Context
Analysts and policymakers use this trend to assess the financial stability and lending capacity of the Fifth District, which can inform decisions about monetary policy, financial regulation, and economic development initiatives.
Key Facts
- The Fifth Federal Reserve District includes Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Washington, D.C.
- Total assets in the Fifth District reached a record high of $2.3 trillion in January 2022.
- The Richmond Fed has published this weekly data series since 1973.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total assets, including loans, securities, and other financial instruments, held by banks and other depository institutions in the Fifth Federal Reserve District.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is closely watched by economists and policymakers as an indicator of the overall size and health of the regional financial system, which is crucial for understanding broader economic trends and informing policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported weekly by the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Analysts and policymakers use this trend to assess the financial stability and lending capacity of the Fifth District, which can inform decisions about monetary policy, financial regulation, and economic development initiatives.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Richmond Fed has published this weekly data series since 1973, and the data is typically released with no significant delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Total Assets: Total Assets: Wednesday Level in Federal Reserve District 5: Richmond (D5WATAL), retrieved from FRED.