Interest Rates: Immediate Rates (< 24 Hours): Call Money/Interbank Rate: Total for Germany
IRSTCI01DEM156N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.05
Year-over-Year Change
-45.94%
Date Range
1/1/1960 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The 'Interest Rates: Immediate Rates (< 24 Hours): Call Money/Interbank Rate: Total for Germany' metric tracks short-term lending rates between financial institutions in Germany. It provides insights into liquidity and credit conditions in the German 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
This series measures the interest rate on very short-term loans between banks and other financial institutions in Germany. The call money/interbank rate is a key indicator of funding and credit availability, reflecting conditions in the German money market.
Methodology
The data is collected directly from the German central bank and reflects actual interbank lending transactions.
Historical Context
The call money rate is closely monitored by policymakers and analysts as a barometer of financial system stability and monetary policy transmission.
Key Facts
- The call money rate is a leading indicator of credit conditions.
- Interbank lending underpins the broader financial system.
- Germany is Europe's largest economy and a key financial center.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the interest rate on very short-term loans between banks and other financial institutions in Germany, known as the call money or interbank rate.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The call money rate is a critical indicator of liquidity, credit availability, and overall stability in the German financial system, making it closely watched by policymakers and market participants.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected directly from the German central bank and reflects actual interbank lending transactions.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The call money rate is a key barometer for the German central bank and other policymakers in assessing monetary policy transmission and financial system conditions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be minor lags in data reporting, but the call money rate is generally available on a timely basis as it reflects real-time market activity.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Interest Rates: Immediate Rates (< 24 Hours): Call Money/Interbank Rate: Total for Germany (IRSTCI01DEM156N), retrieved from FRED.