Country Member Banks, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Deposits: Postal Savings

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

Latest Value

13.00

Year-over-Year Change

-71.74%

Date Range

6/1/1919 - 12/1/1941

Summary

The 'Country Member Banks, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Deposits: Postal Savings' series measures deposits held at postal savings institutions by U.S. country member banks. This metric provides insight into the banking activities and deposit trends of these 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

This series tracks the total deposit balances held at postal savings institutions by U.S. country member banks, which are banks that are members of the Federal Reserve System but are not located in major metropolitan areas. The data offers visibility into the deposit-taking activities and liquidity positions of these smaller, regional banking institutions.

Methodology

The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Historical Context

Analysts and policymakers monitor this metric to assess the funding and liquidity conditions of the U.S. banking system, particularly in non-urban regions.

Key Facts

  • Postal savings institutions accept deposits from the public.
  • Country member banks are geographically distributed across the U.S.
  • Deposit trends reflect the liquidity and funding conditions of regional banks.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This series tracks the total deposit balances held at postal savings institutions by U.S. country member banks, providing insight into the deposit-taking activities of these regional banking institutions.

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

A: Analysts and policymakers monitor this metric to assess the funding and liquidity conditions of the U.S. banking system, particularly in non-urban regions.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This metric offers visibility into the deposit-taking activities and liquidity positions of smaller, regional banking institutions, which is relevant for analysts and policymakers assessing the overall health of the U.S. banking system.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published by the Federal Reserve with no known update delays or limitations.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Country Member Banks, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Deposits: Postal Savings (DEPPOSSCMB), retrieved from FRED.