Euro Short-Term Rate: Share of Volume of the 5 Largest Active Banks
This dataset tracks euro short-term rate: share of volume of the 5 largest active banks over time.
Latest Value
46.00
Year-over-Year Change
6.98%
Date Range
10/1/2019 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the concentration of trading volume among the top 5 active banks in the Euro Short-Term Rate market. It provides insights into market structure and potential competitive dynamics within European interbank lending.
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 the aggregate market share of the largest banking institutions in short-term euro lending markets. Economists use this data to understand market concentration, potential systemic risks, and the distribution of financial power among major European banks.
Methodology
Data is collected through aggregated transaction reports from European banking institutions, measuring the percentage of total trading volume controlled by the five most active banks.
Historical Context
Central banks and financial regulators use this trend to assess market competition, potential monopolistic behaviors, and systemic financial stability in the European banking sector.
Key Facts
- Measures market concentration among top European banks
- Indicates potential competitive dynamics in short-term lending
- Provides insights into banking sector structure and power distribution
FAQs
Q: What does this indicator reveal about the European banking market?
A: It shows the market share of the five largest active banks in euro short-term lending, indicating market concentration and competitive landscape.
Q: Why is market concentration important in banking?
A: High concentration can suggest potential systemic risks, reduced competition, and increased vulnerability to economic shocks.
Q: How frequently is this data typically updated?
A: The data is usually updated quarterly or monthly, depending on reporting cycles of European banking authorities.
Q: What implications does this trend have for monetary policy?
A: It helps central banks understand market dynamics, potential monopolistic tendencies, and the distribution of financial power among major institutions.
Q: Are there limitations to this indicator?
A: The metric only captures top-level market share and doesn't provide granular details about individual bank performance or specific lending practices.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Euro Short-Term Rate: Share of Volume of the 5 Largest Active Banks [ECBESTRSHRVOL5LRGACTBNK], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025