Liabilities and Capital: Capital: Capital Paid in: Change in Wednesday Level from Year Ago Level
RESPPLCPXCH52NWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2,335.00
Year-over-Year Change
102.52%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the year-over-year changes in capital paid in by financial institutions on a specific Wednesday. It provides insights into the capitalization and financial health of banking and financial sectors.
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 metric represents the incremental capital contributions made by financial institutions, reflecting their ability to raise and maintain capital reserves. Economists use this trend to assess the financial resilience and investment capacity of the banking system.
Methodology
Data is collected by the Federal Reserve through standardized reporting from financial institutions, tracking the Wednesday-level changes in capital paid in compared to the same period in the previous year.
Historical Context
This indicator is used in macroeconomic analysis to understand financial sector stability, regulatory compliance, and potential investment trends.
Key Facts
- Measures year-over-year changes in financial institution capital
- Provides insight into banking sector financial health
- Tracked on a specific Wednesday for consistent comparison
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks the change in capital paid in by financial institutions compared to the same Wednesday in the previous year, indicating financial sector capitalization.
Q: Why is this data important?
A: The indicator helps economists and policymakers assess the financial strength, investment capacity, and potential risks in the banking sector.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: The Federal Reserve collects this information through standardized reporting from financial institutions on a specific Wednesday each reporting period.
Q: How can investors use this information?
A: Investors can use this trend to understand banking sector health, potential investment opportunities, and overall financial market conditions.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated weekly, providing a current snapshot of capital changes in the financial sector.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Liabilities and Capital: Capital: Capital Paid in: Change in Wednesday Level from Year Ago Level [RESPPLCPXCH52NWW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025