Reserve Bank Credit
RSBKCRNS • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
6,610.28
Year-over-Year Change
-7.83%
Date Range
11/1/1988 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Reserve Bank Credit represents the total assets held by Federal Reserve Banks, reflecting the central bank's monetary policy actions and financial system interventions. This metric provides critical insights into the liquidity and financial conditions of the U.S. banking system.
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 tracks the aggregate balance sheet of Reserve Banks, encompassing various financial instruments like securities, loans, and other assets that indicate monetary policy stance. Economists closely monitor these changes as they signal potential shifts in economic stimulus, lending conditions, and overall financial market health.
Methodology
Data is collected and reported by the Federal Reserve, aggregating the total assets across all Reserve Banks through standardized accounting procedures.
Historical Context
This metric is crucial for understanding monetary policy implementation, assessing economic interventions, and evaluating the Federal Reserve's response to financial market conditions.
Key Facts
- Represents total assets of Federal Reserve Banks
- Indicates monetary policy interventions and financial system liquidity
- Fluctuates in response to economic conditions and policy decisions
FAQs
Q: What does Reserve Bank Credit indicate?
A: It shows the total assets held by Federal Reserve Banks, reflecting monetary policy actions and financial system interventions.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated weekly, providing near real-time insights into the Federal Reserve's balance sheet.
Q: Why do economists track Reserve Bank Credit?
A: It helps analyze monetary policy effectiveness, financial market conditions, and potential economic stimulus measures.
Q: How does Reserve Bank Credit impact financial markets?
A: Changes in this metric can signal potential interest rate adjustments, lending conditions, and overall economic policy direction.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: While comprehensive, it represents a snapshot of Federal Reserve assets and should be interpreted alongside other economic indicators.
Related Trends
Liabilities and Capital: Capital: Total Capital: Change in Wednesday Level from Previous Wednesday Level
RESPPLCXCH1NWW
Resources and Assets: Gold in Transit or in Custody from Foreign Banks and Gold Held Abroad
RAGTCFFB
Liabilities and Capital: Liabilities: Deposits: Other: Change in Week Average from Year Ago Week Average
RESPPLLDOXAWXCH52NWW
Total Liabilities and Capital Accounts
TOTLCA
Resources and Assets: Gold and Gold Certificates: Gold Coin and Certificates in Vault; Gold and Gold Certificates held by Federal Reserve Banks
RAGGCGCC
Assets: Liquidity and Credit Facilities: Loans: Change in Week Average from Previous Week Average
RESPPALDXAWXCH1NWW
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Reserve Bank Credit [RSBKCRNS], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025