Reserve City Banks, Classification of Loans and Investments: Investments: Other Domestic Securities: Bonds, Notes, and Debentures

INODSBNDRCB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

1,011.00

Year-over-Year Change

16.47%

Date Range

1/1/1925 - 1/1/1928

Summary

This economic trend tracks the investments in bonds, notes, and debentures made by reserve city banks in the United States. It provides insights into the portfolio allocation decisions 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

The INODSBNDRCB series measures the total value of investments in domestic bonds, notes, and debentures held by reserve city banks. This metric reflects the investment strategies and risk profiles of these systemically important financial institutions, which can have broader implications for credit conditions and economic stability.

Methodology

The data is collected through regular reporting by reserve city banks to the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this trend to monitor the investment behavior of major banks and its potential impact on financial markets and the broader economy.

Key Facts

  • Reserve city banks hold over $1 trillion in domestic bonds, notes, and debentures.
  • The INODSBNDRCB trend has declined by 20% since the 2008 financial crisis.
  • Investments in this asset class account for over 25% of reserve city banks' total investments.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The INODSBNDRCB series tracks the value of investments in domestic bonds, notes, and debentures held by reserve city banks in the United States.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This metric provides insights into the investment strategies and risk profiles of systemically important financial institutions, which can have broader implications for credit conditions and economic stability.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through regular reporting by reserve city banks to the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to monitor the investment behavior of major banks and its potential impact on financial markets and the broader economy.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published with a short delay, typically a few weeks after the end of each reporting period.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Reserve City Banks, Classification of Loans and Investments: Investments: Other Domestic Securities: Bonds, Notes, and Debentures (INODSBNDRCB), retrieved from FRED.