Assets: Total Assets: Total Assets (Less Eliminations from Consolidation): Change in Wednesday Level from Year Ago Level
RESPPMAXCH52NWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-519,854.00
Year-over-Year Change
-10.80%
Date Range
7/5/2006 - 8/27/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the year-over-year change in total assets for financial institutions, providing insight into the overall balance sheet expansion or contraction. It serves as a critical metric for understanding financial sector health and potential economic momentum.
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 trend measures the percentage change in total consolidated assets across financial institutions from one year to the next, reflecting balance sheet dynamics and potential economic shifts. Economists use this metric to assess financial sector liquidity, institutional growth, and potential systemic changes.
Methodology
Data is collected through regulatory reporting and aggregated by the Federal Reserve, comparing Wednesday-level asset totals across consecutive annual periods.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by policymakers, central bankers, and financial analysts to evaluate banking sector stability and potential macroeconomic trends.
Key Facts
- Measures year-over-year changes in total financial institution assets
- Provides insight into financial sector expansion or contraction
- Helps assess potential economic momentum and institutional health
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator specifically measure?
A: It tracks the percentage change in total consolidated assets for financial institutions compared to the same period in the previous year.
Q: Why is this trend important for economists?
A: It provides critical insights into financial sector liquidity, institutional growth, and potential systemic economic changes.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a weekly basis, comparing Wednesday-level asset totals across consecutive annual periods.
Q: How can policymakers use this information?
A: Central bankers and regulators can assess banking sector stability and potential economic trends using this metric.
Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?
A: While informative, it should be considered alongside other economic indicators for a comprehensive analysis of financial sector health.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Total Assets: Total Assets (Less Eliminations from Consolidation): Change in Wednesday Level from Year Ago Level [RESPPMAXCH52NWW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025