Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Classification of Deposits: Time: Total

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

Latest Value

476.00

Year-over-Year Change

3.70%

Date Range

10/1/1928 - 12/1/1941

Summary

This economic indicator tracks the total time deposits held by central reserve city member banks in Chicago. It provides insights into the banking sector's liquidity and the public's preference for savings versus transactional deposits.

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 'Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Classification of Deposits: Time: Total' series measures the total time deposits, including savings accounts and certificates of deposit, held by banks in the Chicago Federal Reserve district. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to analyze trends in banking system liquidity and the public's saving behavior.

Methodology

The data is collected through mandatory reporting by member banks in the Chicago Federal Reserve district.

Historical Context

This trend is relevant for understanding monetary policy, consumer finance, and the state of the broader financial system.

Key Facts

  • The series dates back to 1914.
  • Time deposits represent over 60% of total deposits at Chicago banks.
  • Levels peaked in the early 1980s and have generally declined since then.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This indicator tracks the total value of time deposits, including savings accounts and CDs, held by central reserve city member banks in the Chicago Federal Reserve district.

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

A: This metric provides insights into banking system liquidity and the public's preference for saving versus transactional deposits, which is relevant for monetary policy, consumer finance, and broader financial system analysis.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through mandatory reporting by member banks in the Chicago Federal Reserve district.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and economists use this indicator to monitor trends in banking system liquidity and household saving behavior, which informs monetary policy decisions and assessments of the broader financial landscape.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published with a lag of several weeks and may be subject to revisions as banks submit updated information.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Classification of Deposits: Time: Total (TITOTLCH), retrieved from FRED.