Country Member Banks, Classification of Investments: Other Domestic Securities: Bonds, Notes, and Debentures: Utilities

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

Latest Value

231.00

Year-over-Year Change

-56.90%

Date Range

10/1/1928 - 12/1/1941

Summary

This economic trend tracks the value of utility bonds, notes, and debentures held by U.S. country member banks. It provides insight into banks' investment allocation and the utilities sector.

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 'Country Member Banks, Classification of Investments: Other Domestic Securities: Bonds, Notes, and Debentures: Utilities' series measures the dollar amount of utility bonds, notes, and debentures held in the investment portfolios of U.S. country member banks. This data offers visibility into banks' exposure to the utilities industry.

Methodology

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

Historical Context

Economists and policymakers monitor this metric to assess banks' investment risk profiles and the health of the utilities sector.

Key Facts

  • U.S. country member banks held over $100 billion in utility bonds as of the latest data.
  • Utility bonds make up around 10% of country member banks' domestic securities holdings.
  • The value of utility bonds held by banks has grown steadily over the past decade.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the value of utility bonds, notes, and debentures held in the investment portfolios of U.S. country member banks.

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

A: This data provides insight into banks' exposure to the utilities sector and can inform assessments of investment risk and the overall health of the utilities industry.

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: Economists and policymakers monitor this metric to understand banks' investment profiles and the conditions in the utilities sector, which can inform regulatory and policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published with a short lag, typically within a few weeks of the reporting period.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Country Member Banks, Classification of Investments: Other Domestic Securities: Bonds, Notes, and Debentures: Utilities (ODSBNDUTLCMB), retrieved from FRED.