Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Classification of Investments: Other Domestic Securities: Bonds, Notes, and Debentures: Utilities

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

Latest Value

30.00

Year-over-Year Change

20.00%

Date Range

10/1/1928 - 12/1/1941

Summary

This economic trend measures the value of bonds, notes, and debentures held by central reserve city member banks in Chicago, specifically in the utilities sector. It provides insight into the investment portfolio and risk exposure of these banks.

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 'Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Classification of Investments: Other Domestic Securities: Bonds, Notes, and Debentures: Utilities' series tracks the holdings of utility-related debt instruments by member banks in the Federal Reserve's Chicago district. This data point is used by economists and policymakers to assess the financial health and risk profile of the banking system.

Methodology

The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Historical Context

This trend is relevant for understanding the investment behavior and risk exposure of the U.S. banking sector.

Key Facts

  • Chicago is a central reserve city in the Federal Reserve system.
  • Utility bonds make up a significant portion of banks' investment portfolios.
  • This data series dates back to the 1930s.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the value of bonds, notes, and debentures held by central reserve city member banks in Chicago, specifically in the utilities sector.

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

A: This data provides insight into the investment portfolio and risk exposure of the U.S. banking system, which is important for economists and policymakers.

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: This trend is used by analysts and policymakers to assess the financial health and risk profile of the banking sector.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is reported on a regular schedule by the Federal Reserve, but there may be occasional delays or limitations in coverage.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Classification of Investments: Other Domestic Securities: Bonds, Notes, and Debentures: Utilities (ODSBNDUTLCH), retrieved from FRED.