Net Percentage of Large Domestic Banks Reporting Stronger Demand for Commercial and Industrial Loans From Small Firms
SUBLPDCISDLGNQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-25.00
Year-over-Year Change
-255.28%
Date Range
10/1/1991 - 7/1/2025
Summary
Measures lending demand for commercial and industrial loans from small firms. Provides crucial insights into small business economic health and potential growth.
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 indicator tracks large domestic banks' perceptions of loan demand from small businesses. It serves as a key barometer of small business economic activity.
Methodology
Calculated through quarterly bank lending survey responses comparing loan demand trends.
Historical Context
Critical for understanding small business financing and economic potential.
Key Facts
- Quarterly assessment of small business loan demand
- Indicates potential small business economic activity
- Important economic health indicator
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator reveal?
A: It shows large banks' perception of loan demand from small businesses. Indicates potential economic activity and business confidence.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The survey is conducted quarterly, providing current insights into small business lending trends.
Q: Why is this metric important?
A: Small businesses are critical economic drivers, and this metric reveals their potential for growth and investment.
Q: How are the percentages determined?
A: Banks report changes in loan demand, with net percentage representing positive minus negative responses.
Q: What are the data's potential limitations?
A: Represents bank perceptions and may not perfectly predict actual loan volumes or small business performance.
Related Trends
Net Percentage of Other Domestic Banks Reporting Stronger Demand for Commercial Real Estate Loans With Construction and Land Development Purposes
SUBLPDRCDCOTHNQ
Net Percentage of Domestic Banks Increasing the Minimum Required Credit Score for Consumer Loans Excluding Credit Card and Auto Loans
SUBLPDCLXTRNQ
Number of Large Domestic Banks That Eased and Reported That Improvement in Current or Expected Liquidity Position Was Not an Important Reason
SUBLPDCIRELNLGNQ
Number of Domestic Banks That Reported Weaker Commercial and Industrial Loan Demand and Reported That Increased Customer Internally Generated Funds Was a Somewhat Important Reason
SUBLPDCIRWGSNQ
Number of Large Domestic Banks That Reported Weaker Commercial and Industrial Loan Demand and Reported That Decreased Customers' Precautionary Demand for Cash and Liquidity Was a Somewhat Important Reason
SUBLPDCIRWPSLGNQ
Net Percentage of Large Domestic Banks Reducing the Maximum Maturity of Credit Lines for Small Firms
SUBLPDCISTALGNQ
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Net Percentage of Large Domestic Banks Reporting Stronger Demand for Commercial and Industrial Loans From Small Firms (SUBLPDCISDLGNQ), retrieved from FRED.