Reserve City Banks, Classification of Loans and Investments: Investments: Foreign Securities
This dataset tracks reserve city banks, classification of loans and investments: investments: foreign securities over time.
Latest Value
183.00
Year-over-Year Change
30.71%
Date Range
1/1/1925 - 1/1/1928
Summary
This economic trend tracks the investments in foreign securities made by reserve city banks in the United States. It provides insights into the international portfolio allocations of these important 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
The 'Reserve City Banks, Classification of Loans and Investments: Investments: Foreign Securities' series measures the value of foreign securities held as investments by reserve city banks in the U.S. This data offers visibility into the international exposure and diversification strategies of these key financial players.
Methodology
The data is collected through reports filed by reserve city banks with the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts monitor this trend to gauge the global investment activities of the U.S. banking system.
Key Facts
- Reserve city banks hold over $1 trillion in foreign securities.
- Foreign securities account for about 20% of total bank investments.
- Investments in foreign bonds make up the largest share of foreign securities held.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend tracks the value of foreign securities, such as bonds and equities, held as investments by reserve city banks in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insights into the international investment activities and portfolio diversification strategies of these key financial institutions, which is useful for policymakers and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through reports filed by reserve city banks with the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts monitor this trend to gauge the global investment activities and international exposure of the U.S. banking system, which can inform regulatory and monetary policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released with a short lag, typically within a few weeks of the reporting period. There may be limited granularity or breakdowns available for specific types of foreign securities held.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Reserve City Banks, Classification of Loans and Investments: Investments: Foreign Securities (INFORSECRCB), retrieved from FRED.