Reserve City Member Banks, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Loans and Investments: Total

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

Latest Value

15,347.00

Year-over-Year Change

34.32%

Date Range

6/1/1919 - 12/1/1941

Summary

This economic trend measures the total loans and investments held by reserve city member banks in the United States. It provides insight into the lending and investment activities of these important 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 total loans and investments of reserve city member banks is a key indicator of the lending and investment behaviors of these major banking institutions. It represents the overall size and composition of their asset holdings, which has implications for the availability of credit, economic growth, and monetary policy.

Methodology

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

Historical Context

This trend is closely monitored by economists, policymakers, and financial analysts to assess the health and activity of the banking sector.

Key Facts

  • Reserve city member banks hold over $10 trillion in total loans and investments.
  • Loan growth by these banks is a leading indicator of economic activity.
  • The composition of their asset holdings influences the transmission of monetary policy.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total loans and investments held by reserve city member banks in the United States.

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

A: This trend provides insight into the lending and investment activities of major banking institutions, which has implications for credit availability, economic growth, and monetary policy.

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 trend is closely monitored by economists and policymakers to assess the health and activity of the banking sector, which informs decisions on monetary policy and financial regulation.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is reported with a short lag and may be subject to revisions, but it represents a comprehensive view of the lending and investment activities of reserve city member banks.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Reserve City Member Banks, Principal Assets and Liabilities: Loans and Investments: Total (LITOTLRCM), retrieved from FRED.