Reserve City Banks, Classification of Loans and Investments: Loans: On Securities: Total
This dataset tracks reserve city banks, classification of loans and investments: loans: on securities: total over time.
Latest Value
3213.00
Year-over-Year Change
41.23%
Date Range
1/1/1925 - 1/1/1928
Summary
This economic trend measures the total loans on securities made by reserve city banks in the United States. It provides insights into the lending activities and risk profile 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: Loans: On Securities: Total' series tracks the volume of loans made by reserve city banks that are secured by various types of securities. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to assess the risk exposure and lending practices of these systemically important banks.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
Trends in this series are monitored by the Federal Reserve and other regulators to understand credit conditions and potential systemic risks.
Key Facts
- Reserve city banks are a subset of commercial banks located in major U.S. metropolitan areas.
- Loans on securities account for a significant portion of reserve city bank assets.
- Trends in this series can signal changes in bank risk-taking and credit availability.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total volume of loans made by reserve city banks in the U.S. that are secured by various types of securities.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Trends in this series provide insights into the lending practices and risk profile of systemically important reserve city banks, which is valuable information for economists, regulators, and investors.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and regulators monitor this series to assess credit conditions, identify potential systemic risks, and inform decisions around monetary and financial stability policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published by the Federal Reserve with a short lag, typically a few weeks after the end of the reporting period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Reserve City Banks, Classification of Loans and Investments: Loans: On Securities: Total (LOOSTOTLRCB), retrieved from FRED.