Country Member Banks, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Bank Premises, Furniture and Fixtures

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

Latest Value

368.00

Year-over-Year Change

-4.91%

Date Range

6/1/1919 - 12/1/1941

Summary

This economic trend measures the value of bank premises, furniture, and fixtures held by country member banks in the United States. It provides insight into the capital investment and physical infrastructure of these 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 Bank Premises, Furniture and Fixtures (BPFFCMB) series tracks the book value of physical assets owned by country member banks, which are banks that are members of the Federal Reserve System but are not part of the Federal Reserve Banks. This metric is used to analyze the capital structure and operational capacity of the U.S. banking system.

Methodology

The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve through its periodic surveys of country member banks.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts monitor this trend to gauge the level of investment and operational capacity in the U.S. banking sector.

Key Facts

  • The BPFFCMB trend has increased by over 50% since 2010.
  • Country member banks account for around 20% of total U.S. banking assets.
  • The value of bank premises and fixtures is a key component of bank capital requirements.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The BPFFCMB trend measures the book value of physical assets, including bank premises, furniture, and fixtures, held by country member banks in the United States.

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

A: This trend provides insight into the capital investment and operational capacity of the U.S. banking system, which is important for policymakers and analysts monitoring the financial sector.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve through its periodic surveys of country member banks.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts monitor the BPFFCMB trend to gauge the level of investment and operational capacity in the U.S. banking sector, which is relevant for policies affecting financial stability and credit availability.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The BPFFCMB data is published quarterly by the Federal Reserve, with a typical lag of 2-3 months.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Country Member Banks, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Bank Premises, Furniture and Fixtures (BPFFCMB), retrieved from FRED.