Other Currency Outside the Treasury and Federal Reserve Banks for United States

Millions of Dollars, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

M1436BUSM144NNBR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

804.00

Year-over-Year Change

11.67%

Date Range

1/1/1914 - 12/1/1919

Summary

This economic trend measures the total value of U.S. commercial and industrial loans outstanding on a monthly basis. It provides insights into business lending and investment activity.

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 'Millions of Dollars, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted' series tracks the total value of outstanding commercial and industrial loans made by U.S. financial institutions. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to gauge business investment, economic growth, and the overall health of credit markets.

Methodology

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

Historical Context

Trends in commercial and industrial lending are closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to inform monetary policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • The value of outstanding commercial and industrial loans reached a peak of $2.4 trillion in 2020.
  • Lending activity declined sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic but has since rebounded.
  • Commercial and industrial loans account for approximately one-third of total bank lending in the U.S.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total value of outstanding commercial and industrial loans made by U.S. financial institutions on a monthly basis.

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

A: Trends in commercial and industrial lending provide insights into business investment, economic growth, and the overall health of credit markets, which are closely monitored by economists and policymakers.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

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

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Trends in commercial and industrial lending are used by the Federal Reserve and other institutions to inform monetary policy decisions and assess the state of the economy.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is released on a monthly basis with a typical lag of 1-2 months.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Millions of Dollars, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (M1436BUSM144NNBR), retrieved from FRED.