Security Brokers and Dealers; Other Loans and Advances; Asset, Level
SBDOLAA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
763,781.00
Year-over-Year Change
-10.72%
Date Range
10/1/1945 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total value of loans and advances held by security brokers and dealers in the United States. It serves as an important indicator of activity and risk in the financial services industry.
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 Security Brokers and Dealers; Other Loans and Advances; Asset, Level series tracks the outstanding value of loans and advances, excluding loans secured by real estate, held by these institutions. This metric provides insight into credit conditions and liquidity in the broker-dealer sector.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve through its H.8 statistical release.
Historical Context
Analysts and policymakers monitor this trend to assess the health and risk profile of the securities industry.
Key Facts
- The series has been tracked since 1973.
- Broker-dealer loans and advances peaked at over $700 billion in 2007.
- The metric declined sharply during the 2008 financial crisis.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total value of loans and advances, excluding real estate loans, held by security brokers and dealers in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into credit conditions and liquidity in the broker-dealer sector, which is an important part of the financial services industry.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve through its H.8 statistical release.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Analysts and policymakers monitor this trend to assess the health and risk profile of the securities industry, which can have broader implications for financial markets and the overall economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Federal Reserve publishes this data on a weekly basis, with a typical lag of a few days.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Security Brokers and Dealers; Other Loans and Advances; Asset, Level (SBDOLAA), retrieved from FRED.