All Member Banks, Classification of Investments: Foreign Securities
This dataset tracks all member banks, classification of investments: foreign securities over time.
Latest Value
138.00
Year-over-Year Change
-39.47%
Date Range
10/1/1928 - 12/1/1941
Summary
The 'All Member Banks, Classification of Investments: Foreign Securities' trend measures the value of foreign securities held by U.S. member banks. This metric provides insight into banks' international investment portfolios and exposure to global markets.
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 tracks the total amount of foreign securities, such as stocks and bonds, owned by commercial banks that are members of the Federal Reserve System. It offers a window into the international investment activities and risk profiles of the U.S. banking sector.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the Federal Reserve through its regular surveys of member banks.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess the financial health and global integration of the U.S. banking system.
Key Facts
- The value of foreign securities held by US member banks was $1.8 trillion as of the latest report.
- Foreign securities account for approximately 10% of total banking system assets.
- Holdings of foreign securities have grown significantly over the past two decades as banks have expanded globally.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total value of foreign stocks, bonds, and other securities held by commercial banks that are members of the Federal Reserve System.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the global investment activities and risk exposures of the U.S. banking sector, which is important for assessing financial stability and economic integration.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Federal Reserve collects this data through regular surveys of its member banks.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and regulators use this data to monitor the health and cross-border linkages of the U.S. banking system, which is crucial for financial stability oversight and macroeconomic policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is reported on a quarterly basis, so there may be a several-month delay between the reference period and the public release of the information.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Member Banks, Classification of Investments: Foreign Securities (FORSEC), retrieved from FRED.