Liabilities: Deposits: Foreign Bank, Foreign Official Accounts
LDFBFOA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5,253.00
Year-over-Year Change
0.00%
Date Range
2/17/1999 - 4/11/2018
Summary
This economic indicator tracks deposits held by foreign banks and official accounts in the United States, reflecting international financial interactions and cross-border capital flows. It provides insights into global financial integration and the international role of U.S. 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 series represents a critical measure of foreign financial engagement with the U.S. banking system, capturing deposits from foreign governmental and banking entities. Economists use this data to understand international financial relationships, capital movements, and potential geopolitical economic dynamics.
Methodology
Data is collected through Federal Reserve reporting requirements and comprehensive banking system surveys.
Historical Context
This metric is used in macroeconomic analysis to assess international financial flows, monetary policy implications, and global economic interconnectedness.
Key Facts
- Represents deposits from foreign banks and official governmental accounts in U.S. financial institutions
- Indicates international financial system integration and cross-border capital movements
- Provides insights into global economic relationships and financial interactions
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks deposits held by foreign banks and official accounts in the U.S. banking system, reflecting international financial interactions.
Q: Why are foreign bank deposits important?
A: These deposits indicate global financial confidence, international capital flows, and the interconnectedness of national banking systems.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: The Federal Reserve collects this information through comprehensive banking system surveys and reporting requirements from financial institutions.
Q: What can changes in this indicator suggest?
A: Fluctuations can signal shifts in international economic sentiment, geopolitical relationships, and global financial market dynamics.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: Typically updated on a periodic basis, with most economic databases providing monthly or quarterly refreshes of the data.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Liabilities: Deposits: Foreign Bank, Foreign Official Accounts [LDFBFOA], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025