Credit to Private Non-Financial Sector by Banks, Adjusted for Breaks, for France
QFRPBM770A • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
100.70
Year-over-Year Change
-10.41%
Date Range
10/1/1969 - 10/1/2024
Summary
This economic trend measures the total outstanding credit extended by banks to the private non-financial sector in France, adjusted for statistical breaks. It provides insight into the availability of credit and financing for businesses and households.
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 Credit to Private Non-Financial Sector by Banks, Adjusted for Breaks for France indicator tracks the total value of outstanding loans and other credit instruments provided by the banking system to private non-financial entities, including businesses and households. This metric offers a window into the overall credit conditions and lending activity within the French economy.
Methodology
The data is collected from the French central bank and other financial institutions and calculated on an adjusted basis to account for changes in statistical reporting over time.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by policymakers, analysts, and market participants to assess the state of credit availability and the flow of financing to the private sector.
Key Facts
- Banks in France extended over €2.5 trillion in credit to the private non-financial sector as of the latest data.
- Credit growth has slowed in recent years, reflecting tighter lending standards and economic uncertainty.
- The ratio of private sector credit to GDP in France is among the highest in the Eurozone.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total outstanding credit extended by banks to the private non-financial sector in France, adjusted for statistical breaks over time.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the availability of credit and financing for businesses and households, which is a key driver of economic activity and growth.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected from the French central bank and other financial institutions and calculated on an adjusted basis to account for changes in statistical reporting.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers, analysts, and market participants closely monitor this trend to assess the state of credit availability and the flow of financing to the private sector in France.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is typically published with a short lag, and the adjustments for statistical breaks may introduce some limitations in historical comparisons.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Credit to Private Non-Financial Sector by Banks, Adjusted for Breaks, for France (QFRPBM770A), retrieved from FRED.