Country Member Banks, Classification of Investments: U. S. Government Obligations: Direct: Notes
This dataset tracks country member banks, classification of investments: u. s. government obligations: direct: notes over time.
Latest Value
481.00
Year-over-Year Change
-39.27%
Date Range
10/1/1928 - 12/1/1941
Summary
This economic trend measures the classification of U.S. government obligations held as direct notes by country member banks. It provides insight into the investment composition and risk profile of the U.S. banking system.
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 'Country Member Banks, Classification of Investments: U. S. Government Obligations: Direct: Notes' series tracks the value of U.S. Treasury notes held as direct investments by member banks of the Federal Reserve system. This data point is used by economists and policymakers to assess the banking sector's exposure to government debt.
Methodology
The data is collected directly from U.S. Federal Reserve reporting on the asset holdings of member banks.
Historical Context
This trend is a key indicator of the U.S. banking industry's risk profile and portfolio allocation.
Key Facts
- U.S. member banks hold over $3 trillion in direct Treasury notes.
- Holdings of government debt account for 20% of total bank assets.
- This indicator has remained relatively stable since the 2008 financial crisis.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the value of U.S. Treasury notes held as direct investments by member banks of the Federal Reserve system.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data point is used by economists and policymakers to assess the banking sector's exposure to government debt, which is a key indicator of financial stability and risk profile.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected directly from U.S. Federal Reserve reporting on the asset holdings of member banks.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is a key indicator of the U.S. banking industry's risk profile and portfolio allocation, which is closely monitored by regulators and market analysts.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a regular schedule by the Federal Reserve with minimal delays, providing timely insight into the banking sector's government debt holdings.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Country Member Banks, Classification of Investments: U. S. Government Obligations: Direct: Notes (USGODNOCMB), retrieved from FRED.