Sources of Revenue: Credit Card Income from Consumers for Credit Intermediation and Related Activities, All Establishments, Employer Firms
This dataset tracks sources of revenue: credit card income from consumers for credit intermediation and related activities, all establishments, employer firms over time.
Latest Value
172640.00
Year-over-Year Change
70.36%
Date Range
1/1/2013 - 1/1/2022
Summary
This economic trend measures the credit card income received by credit intermediation and related establishments from consumers. It provides insights into consumer spending patterns and the profitability of the credit card industry.
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 Sources of Revenue: Credit Card Income from Consumers for Credit Intermediation and Related Activities, All Establishments, Employer Firms trend represents the total revenue that credit intermediation and related firms, such as banks and credit card issuers, derive from consumer credit card transactions. This metric is used to analyze consumer demand, industry profitability, and the overall health of the credit card market.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Census Bureau through surveys of credit intermediation and related firms.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and financial analysts to assess consumer financial health and the performance of the credit card industry.
Key Facts
- Credit card income is a significant revenue stream for the credit intermediation industry.
- Trends in credit card income can indicate changes in consumer spending and debt levels.
- The credit card industry is an important part of the broader financial services sector.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total revenue that credit intermediation and related firms, such as banks and credit card issuers, derive from consumer credit card transactions.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insights into consumer spending patterns and the profitability of the credit card industry, which is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and financial analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Census Bureau through surveys of credit intermediation and related firms.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by policymakers and economists to assess consumer financial health and the performance of the credit card industry, which is an important part of the broader financial services sector.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to the typical update schedules and limitations of U.S. Census Bureau surveys.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Sources of Revenue: Credit Card Income from Consumers for Credit Intermediation and Related Activities, All Establishments, Employer Firms (REVCICEF522ALLEST), retrieved from FRED.