Annual

BPFAPI03RUA637N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

-7,279,000,000.00

Year-over-Year Change

507.09%

Date Range

1/1/1994 - 1/1/2011

Summary

The Annual Percentage Change in Banking Premises and Fixed Assets for U.S. Commercial Banks measures the year-over-year change in the total fixed assets held by commercial banks, providing insight into banks' investment and infrastructure trends.

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 economic indicator tracks the annual percentage change in the book value of U.S. commercial banks' fixed assets, including land, buildings, furniture, and equipment. It serves as a proxy for banks' capital expenditures and infrastructure investments, reflecting their operational growth and strategic priorities.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on quarterly reports from commercial banks.

Historical Context

This metric is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and financial analysts to assess the banking sector's investment activity and operational capacity.

Key Facts

  • The metric reached a high of 7.2% in 2007.
  • It dropped to -4.4% during the 2008-2009 financial crisis.
  • The indicator has remained below 2% since 2015.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This indicator tracks the annual percentage change in the book value of fixed assets held by U.S. commercial banks, including land, buildings, furniture, and equipment.

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

A: This metric provides insight into banks' capital expenditures and infrastructure investments, reflecting their operational growth and strategic priorities, which is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and financial analysts.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on quarterly reports from commercial banks.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This indicator is used by policymakers, economists, and financial analysts to assess the banking sector's investment activity and operational capacity, which is relevant for evaluating the overall health and growth of the financial system.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published quarterly by the Federal Reserve with a lag of several months, and may be subject to revisions.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Annual Percentage Change in Banking Premises and Fixed Assets for U.S. Commercial Banks (BPFAPI03RUA637N), retrieved from FRED.