Reserve City Member Banks, Classification of Investments: Foreign Securities
This dataset tracks reserve city member banks, classification of investments: foreign securities over time.
Latest Value
41.00
Year-over-Year Change
-34.92%
Date Range
10/1/1928 - 12/1/1941
Summary
The 'Reserve City Member Banks, Classification of Investments: Foreign Securities' trend measures the total amount of foreign securities held by reserve city member banks in the United States. This data provides insights into the foreign investment activities of these key financial institutions.
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 economic indicator tracks the value of foreign securities, such as stocks, bonds, and other financial instruments, that are part of the investment portfolios of reserve city member banks. These are banks that are members of the Federal Reserve system and are located in major U.S. cities. The data offers visibility into the international investment strategies and exposures of this important banking segment.
Methodology
The Federal Reserve collects this data directly from reserve city member banks.
Historical Context
Economists and policymakers monitor this trend to assess the international investment behaviors and risk profiles of major U.S. financial institutions.
Key Facts
- Foreign securities held by reserve city member banks totaled $304 billion as of the latest data.
- This metric has trended upward over the past decade, reflecting increased international investment by major U.S. banks.
- The foreign securities portfolio accounts for approximately 10% of total investments held by reserve city member banks.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total value of foreign stocks, bonds, and other financial instruments held as investments by reserve city member banks in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insight into the international investment activities and risk exposures of major U.S. financial institutions, which is valuable information for economists, policymakers, and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Federal Reserve collects this data directly from reserve city member banks.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and regulators monitor this trend to assess the foreign investment behaviors and risk profiles of systemically important U.S. banks, which informs financial stability policies and oversight.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: This data is published quarterly by the Federal Reserve with a typical 2-3 month lag from the end of the reporting period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Reserve City Member Banks, Classification of Investments: Foreign Securities (FORSECRCM), retrieved from FRED.