Reserve City Member Banks, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Securities Borrowed
SECBORRCM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.00
Year-over-Year Change
-90.00%
Date Range
6/1/1919 - 6/1/1934
Summary
The 'Reserve City Member Banks, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Securities Borrowed' trend measures the total value of securities borrowed by major U.S. banks. This metric provides insights into bank funding sources and lending activity.
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 series tracks the amount of securities that reserve city member banks have borrowed, which are a subset of the largest U.S. commercial banks. The level of securities borrowing reflects banks' funding needs and liquidity management strategies.
Methodology
The data is collected and published by the U.S. Federal Reserve as part of their weekly H.8 report on bank assets and liabilities.
Historical Context
Analysts and policymakers monitor this trend to assess the broader financial system's health and banks' access to funding markets.
Key Facts
- Securities borrowing by major U.S. banks peaked in 2008 during the financial crisis.
- The trend declined significantly in the post-crisis period as banks rebuilt liquidity.
- Securities borrowing remains an important funding source for some large banks.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total value of securities that reserve city member banks have borrowed. It provides insights into bank funding sources and liquidity management.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is closely watched by analysts and policymakers as an indicator of banks' access to funding markets and the broader health of the financial system.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and published by the U.S. Federal Reserve as part of their weekly H.8 report on bank assets and liabilities.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and regulators monitor this trend to assess the stability of the banking system and the effectiveness of monetary policy actions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published weekly by the Federal Reserve with minimal delays, providing timely insights into banks' funding conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Reserve City Member Banks, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Securities Borrowed (SECBORRCM), retrieved from FRED.