Total Assets, All Commercial Banks
H8B1151NCBCMG • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5.90
Year-over-Year Change
2850.00%
Date Range
2/1/1973 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Total Assets of All Commercial Banks represents the aggregate financial resources held by commercial banking institutions in the United States. This metric provides a critical snapshot of the banking sector's size, liquidity, and potential lending capacity.
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 trend tracks the cumulative assets across all commercial banks, including cash, investments, loans, and other financial instruments. Economists use this indicator to assess banking sector health, monetary conditions, and potential economic expansion or contraction.
Methodology
Data is collected through mandatory reporting by commercial banks to the Federal Reserve, aggregating balance sheet information from financial institutions nationwide.
Historical Context
Policymakers and financial analysts use this trend to evaluate banking system stability, monetary policy effectiveness, and potential credit market dynamics.
Key Facts
- Represents comprehensive financial resources of U.S. commercial banking system
- Reflects potential lending capacity and banking sector health
- Influenced by monetary policy, economic conditions, and regulatory environment
FAQs
Q: What does 'Total Assets' include for commercial banks?
A: Total Assets include cash, investments, loans, securities, and other financial instruments held by commercial banks.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The Federal Reserve typically updates this data weekly, providing a near real-time view of banking sector assets.
Q: Why are commercial bank assets important?
A: Commercial bank assets indicate the financial system's capacity to lend, invest, and support economic growth.
Q: How do changes in total assets impact the economy?
A: Significant changes can signal shifts in lending practices, monetary policy effectiveness, and potential economic expansion or contraction.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The metric provides an aggregate view and may not capture individual bank performance or specific regional variations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Total Assets, All Commercial Banks [H8B1151NCBCMG], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025