Country Member Banks, Classification of Deposits: Demand: Total
This dataset tracks country member banks, classification of deposits: demand: total over time.
Latest Value
11127.00
Year-over-Year Change
68.49%
Date Range
10/1/1928 - 12/1/1941
Summary
The 'Country Member Banks, Classification of Deposits: Demand: Total' series tracks the total demand deposits held at U.S. country member banks. This metric is a key indicator of banking activity and liquidity in the economy.
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This series represents the total dollar value of demand deposits, which are funds that can be withdrawn on demand, held at country member banks of the Federal Reserve system. It provides insight into the liquid assets and transactional activity in the U.S. banking sector.
Methodology
The data is collected by the Federal Reserve through its regular reporting from member banks.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this series to assess the state of banking and money supply in the U.S. economy.
Key Facts
- Demand deposits represent funds that can be withdrawn on short notice.
- Country member banks are a subset of all U.S. commercial banks.
- This series has been tracked by the Federal Reserve since the 1940s.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This series tracks the total dollar value of demand deposits held at U.S. country member banks, which are a subset of all commercial banks in the Federal Reserve system.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the liquidity and transactional activity in the U.S. banking sector, which is a key indicator of economic conditions and money supply.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Federal Reserve collects this data directly from its member banks through regular reporting requirements.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists analyze this series to assess the state of banking and monetary conditions, which informs decisions around interest rates, lending, and other economic policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published with a short lag time, typically a few weeks after the end of the reporting period. There are no major known limitations to the coverage or reliability of this series.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Country Member Banks, Classification of Deposits: Demand: Total (DETOTLCMB), retrieved from FRED.