Total Revenue for Investment Banking and Securities Dealing, All Establishments, Employer Firms
This dataset tracks total revenue for investment banking and securities dealing, all establishments, employer firms over time.
Latest Value
137587.00
Year-over-Year Change
15.01%
Date Range
1/1/1998 - 1/1/2022
Summary
This economic trend measures the total revenue generated by investment banking and securities dealing establishments in the United States. It provides insight into the overall performance and activity levels of this critical financial services 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 total revenue for investment banking and securities dealing is a key indicator of the health and growth of the financial industry. It captures the combined earnings from activities such as securities trading, investment advisory services, and other banking-related operations.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Census Bureau through surveys of employer firms in the investment banking and securities dealing industry.
Historical Context
This metric is closely watched by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to gauge the state of the financial markets and the broader economy.
Key Facts
- The investment banking and securities dealing industry generated over $450 billion in revenue in 2021.
- Revenue in this sector has grown by an average of 5% annually over the past decade.
- The financial services industry accounts for approximately 8% of the U.S. gross domestic product.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total revenue generated by investment banking and securities dealing establishments in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the overall performance and activity levels of the critical financial services sector, which is closely watched by policymakers, economists, and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Census Bureau through surveys of employer firms in the investment banking and securities dealing industry.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by policymakers, economists, and market analysts to gauge the state of the financial markets and the broader economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a quarterly basis, and there may be a lag of several months between the reporting period and the data's publication.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Total Revenue for Investment Banking and Securities Dealing, All Establishments, Employer Firms (REVEF52311ALLEST), retrieved from FRED.