Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Classification of Investments: Total Investments
This dataset tracks central reserve city member banks in chicago, classification of investments: total investments over time.
Latest Value
1806.00
Year-over-Year Change
32.11%
Date Range
10/1/1928 - 12/1/1941
Summary
This economic trend tracks the total investments held by central reserve city member banks in Chicago. It provides insight into the investment portfolio and activities of these key financial institutions.
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 total investments metric encompasses all types of securities and other investment holdings of central reserve city member banks in the Chicago Federal Reserve district. This data point is used by economists and policymakers to assess the investment behavior and risk profile of major banking centers.
Methodology
The data is collected directly from financial reports submitted by the central reserve city member banks.
Historical Context
This investment trend is monitored by the Federal Reserve and other regulators to gauge market conditions and systemic risks.
Key Facts
- Chicago is a major central reserve city in the U.S. Federal Reserve system.
- Central reserve city banks hold significant investment assets.
- Total investments are a key indicator of banking industry risk and liquidity.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend tracks the total value of investments held by central reserve city member banks in the Chicago Federal Reserve district.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The total investments of major banking centers provide insight into market conditions, systemic risks, and the investment behavior of key financial institutions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected directly from financial reports submitted by the central reserve city member banks.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This investment data is monitored by the Federal Reserve and other regulators to assess market conditions and financial stability.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is reported on a regular schedule, but may be subject to revisions or lags in publication.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Classification of Investments: Total Investments (TOTLINVCH), retrieved from FRED.