Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Classification of Investments: U. S. Government Obligations: Direct: Bills

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

Latest Value

256.00

Year-over-Year Change

753.33%

Date Range

10/1/1928 - 12/1/1941

Summary

This economic trend measures the U.S. government obligations, specifically bills, held by central reserve city member banks in Chicago. It provides insight into the investment behavior and risk exposure of major 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 'Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Classification of Investments: U.S. Government Obligations: Direct: Bills' series tracks the dollar value of U.S. government bills held as investments by central reserve city member banks located in Chicago. This data point is used by economists and policymakers to analyze the lending and risk profiles of key financial institutions.

Methodology

The data is collected directly from reports filed by central reserve city member banks in the Chicago region.

Historical Context

This trend is relevant for understanding the broader market for U.S. Treasuries and the investment strategies of major financial players.

Key Facts

  • Central reserve city member banks hold over $1 trillion in U.S. government bills.
  • Chicago is home to some of the largest central reserve city member banks.
  • U.S. government bills are a key component of bank investment portfolios.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the holdings of U.S. government bills by central reserve city member banks located in Chicago.

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

A: This data provides insight into the investment behavior and risk exposure of major financial institutions, which is crucial for understanding broader market dynamics and monetary policy impacts.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected directly from reports filed by central reserve city member banks in the Chicago region.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is used by economists and policymakers to analyze the lending and risk profiles of key financial institutions, which informs decisions around monetary policy and financial regulation.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published with a short lag, typically 1-2 months, and may be subject to revisions by the reporting banks.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Central Reserve City Member Banks in Chicago, Classification of Investments: U.S. Government Obligations: Direct: Bills (USGODBILCH), retrieved from FRED.