Foreign Banking Offices in the U.S.; Interbank Transactions Due to U.S. Banks; Liability, Level

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

Latest Value

45,868.00

Year-over-Year Change

17.23%

Date Range

10/1/1945 - 1/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures the total liabilities of foreign banking offices in the United States, including interbank transactions due to U.S. banks. It provides insights into the scale and activity of foreign banking operations within the U.S. financial 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 'Foreign Banking Offices in the U.S.; Interbank Transactions Due to U.S. Banks; Liability, Level' metric tracks the volume of liabilities held by foreign banking institutions operating in the United States. This data point is used by economists and policymakers to analyze the role of international banks in the domestic financial landscape.

Methodology

The Federal Reserve collects this data through reports filed by foreign banking offices located in the U.S.

Historical Context

This trend offers valuable context for understanding the interconnectedness of global banking systems and the flows of capital and credit across borders.

Key Facts

  • Foreign banking offices in the U.S. held over $4 trillion in liabilities as of 2022.
  • Interbank transactions due to U.S. banks account for a significant portion of foreign banking liabilities.
  • The trend has shown fluctuations over the past decade, reflecting changes in global banking activity.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total liabilities of foreign banking offices operating in the United States, including interbank transactions due to U.S. banks.

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

A: This data provides insights into the scale and activity of foreign banking operations within the U.S. financial system, which is valuable information for economists and policymakers.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The Federal Reserve collects this data through reports filed by foreign banking offices located in the U.S.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend offers valuable context for understanding the interconnectedness of global banking systems and the flows of capital and credit across borders, which is relevant for market analysts and policymakers.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is released on a regular schedule by the Federal Reserve, but there may be occasional lags or revisions due to the reporting process.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Foreign Banking Offices in the U.S.; Interbank Transactions Due to U.S. Banks; Liability, Level (FBOUSITUSBL), retrieved from FRED.