Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Securities Borrowed

SECBORCH • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

1.00

Year-over-Year Change

-66.67%

Date Range

12/1/1919 - 10/1/1929

Summary

The 'Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Securities Borrowed' trend measures the total value of securities borrowed by major banks in the Chicago metropolitan area. This metric provides insights into the lending and borrowing activities within the financial 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

This data series tracks the total value of securities that member banks located in Chicago's central reserve city have borrowed. It offers a window into the short-term funding and liquidity conditions of the banking sector in a key U.S. financial center.

Methodology

The data is collected and published by the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Historical Context

Economists and policymakers monitor this trend to gauge credit market conditions and systemic risk in the banking system.

Key Facts

  • Chicago is a central reserve city for the U.S. banking system.
  • Securities borrowing is a key source of short-term funding for banks.
  • This metric reflects credit conditions and systemic risk in the financial sector.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total value of securities that major banks located in Chicago's central reserve city have borrowed from other parties.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This metric provides insights into the short-term funding and liquidity conditions of the banking sector in a key U.S. financial center, which is important for assessing credit market dynamics and systemic risk.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and published by the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Economists and policymakers monitor this trend to gauge credit market conditions and assess the health and stability of the banking system, which informs monetary policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published with a lag by the Federal Reserve, and may not fully capture real-time changes in securities borrowing activities.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Securities Borrowed (SECBORCH), retrieved from FRED.