Federal Government; Equity Investment in Funding Corporations Under PPIP; Asset, Level
FGEFCPA027N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
-100.00%
Date Range
1/1/1945 - 1/1/2024
Summary
This economic trend measures the federal government's equity investment in funding corporations under the Public-Private Investment Program (PPIP), which was established during the 2008 financial crisis to help clear distressed assets from bank balance sheets.
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 PPIP equity investment data provides insight into the government's efforts to stabilize the financial system by partnering with private investors to purchase troubled assets. This metric is closely watched by economists and policymakers as an indicator of financial market conditions and the government's crisis response activities.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This trend is used to assess the government's role in addressing systemic financial risks.
Key Facts
- The PPIP program was established in 2009 to address distressed assets on bank balance sheets.
- At its peak in 2010, the federal government's PPIP equity investment reached over $21 billion.
- The PPIP program was gradually wound down by 2012 as financial conditions improved.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the level of the federal government's equity investment in funding corporations under the Public-Private Investment Program (PPIP), which was established during the 2008 financial crisis.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the government's efforts to stabilize the financial system by partnering with private investors to purchase troubled assets, which is closely watched by economists and policymakers as an indicator of financial market conditions and the government's crisis response activities.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used to assess the government's role in addressing systemic financial risks and its efforts to stabilize the financial system during periods of crisis.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published by the Federal Reserve and may be subject to revision or delays in reporting.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Federal Government; Equity Investment in Funding Corporations Under PPIP; Asset, Level (FGEFCPA027N), retrieved from FRED.