Central Reserve City Member Banks in New York City, Classification of Investments: U. S. Government Obligations: Direct: Bonds

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

Latest Value

3,652.00

Year-over-Year Change

202.57%

Date Range

10/1/1928 - 12/1/1941

Summary

This economic trend measures the value of U.S. government bonds held by central reserve city member banks in New York City. It provides insight into the investment activities and portfolio allocations 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 New York City, Classification of Investments: U.S. Government Obligations: Direct: Bonds' series tracks the total value of direct U.S. government bonds held by member banks in New York. This data offers a window into the asset holdings and risk exposures of systemically important financial entities.

Methodology

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

Historical Context

This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and financial analysts to assess the investment behavior and risk profiles of major banking institutions.

Key Facts

  • Member banks in New York City hold over $1 trillion in U.S. government bonds.
  • Bond holdings peaked at $1.2 trillion in 2018 before declining to current levels.
  • The trend reflects the flight to quality during economic uncertainty.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total value of direct U.S. government bonds held by central reserve city member banks located in New York City.

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

A: This data provides insight into the investment behavior and risk exposures of systemically important financial institutions, which is relevant for economists, policymakers, and financial analysts.

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 used by economists and policymakers to assess the investment activities and risk profiles of major banking institutions, which can inform monetary policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is reported on a regular basis with minimal delays, providing timely information on the bond holdings of New York City banks.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Central Reserve City Member Banks in New York City, Classification of Investments: U.S. Government Obligations: Direct: Bonds (USGODBONY), retrieved from FRED.