Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Classification of Investments: U. S. Government Obligations: Direct: Bonds
USGODBOCH • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
903.00
Year-over-Year Change
76.71%
Date Range
10/1/1928 - 12/1/1941
Summary
This trend measures the total value of U.S. government bonds held by Chicago-based member banks of the Federal Reserve System. It provides insight into the investment behavior and risk exposure of major 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 'Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Classification of Investments: U.S. Government Obligations: Direct: Bonds' metric tracks the dollar amount of long-term U.S. Treasury and agency debt securities in the investment portfolios of large commercial banks headquartered in Chicago. This data point is used by economists and policymakers to assess banking sector liquidity and interest rate risk.
Methodology
The Federal Reserve collects this data directly from member banks through periodic regulatory filings.
Historical Context
This investment trend offers signals about credit conditions and the interest rate environment that are relevant for financial markets and monetary policy.
Key Facts
- Chicago is a 'central reserve city' with major commercial banks.
- U.S. government bonds are a key asset class for bank investment portfolios.
- This data provides insights into bank liquidity and interest rate risk.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend tracks the total value of U.S. government bonds, including Treasuries and agency debt, held by commercial banks headquartered in Chicago that are members of the Federal Reserve system.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides important signals about banking sector liquidity, risk exposure, and the interest rate environment, which are highly relevant for financial markets and monetary policy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Federal Reserve collects this data directly from member banks through periodic regulatory filings.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists use this data to assess credit conditions, interest rate risk, and the investment behavior of major financial institutions, which informs decisions on monetary policy and financial regulation.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: This data is reported on a regular basis by the Federal Reserve, but may have a short lag time before publication.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Classification of Investments: U.S. Government Obligations: Direct: Bonds (USGODBOCH), retrieved from FRED.