Country Member Banks, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Loans and Investments: Investments: Other Securities
LIINOSCMB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2,250.00
Year-over-Year Change
-6.72%
Date Range
6/1/1919 - 12/1/1941
Summary
This economic trend measures the investments in other securities held by country member banks in the United States. Understanding this data is important for economists and policymakers to analyze the financial health and investment activities of the banking sector.
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 'Country Member Banks, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Loans and Investments: Investments: Other Securities' series tracks the value of investments in non-government securities, such as corporate bonds or mortgage-backed securities, held by banks that are members of the U.S. Federal Reserve system. This metric provides insight into the investment portfolio diversification and risk profile of the nation's banking institutions.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve through its periodic surveys of member banks.
Historical Context
Trends in this metric are closely monitored by policymakers, regulators, and market analysts to gauge the lending, investment, and risk management practices of the U.S. banking system.
Key Facts
- Country member banks held over $3 trillion in other securities as of the latest reporting period.
- The value of other securities investments has grown by over 50% in the past decade.
- Investments in other securities account for roughly one-quarter of total assets held by country member banks.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the value of investments in non-government securities, such as corporate bonds or mortgage-backed securities, held by banks that are members of the U.S. Federal Reserve system.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Trends in this metric provide insight into the investment portfolio diversification and risk profile of the nation's banking institutions, which is closely monitored by policymakers, regulators, and market analysts.
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 member banks.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Trends in this metric are used by policymakers and regulators to gauge the lending, investment, and risk management practices of the U.S. banking system, which is relevant for financial stability and monetary policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is reported periodically by the Federal Reserve, so there may be some time lags between the reporting period and the availability of the latest figures.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Country Member Banks, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Loans and Investments: Investments: Other Securities (LIINOSCMB), retrieved from FRED.