Loans and Investments in All Member Banks in Cities with 500,000 or More Residents

X10AMBLIO5M • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

10,030.00

Year-over-Year Change

36.30%

Date Range

1/1/1929 - 7/1/1941

Summary

This economic trend measures loans and investments held by all member banks located in cities with populations of 500,000 or more. It provides insight into lending and investment activity in major urban centers.

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 loans and investments in all member banks in large cities metric tracks the total dollar value of outstanding loans and investments held by member banks within metropolitan areas with populations of 500,000 or more. This data point is used by economists and policymakers to gauge financial conditions and credit availability in major urban markets.

Methodology

The Federal Reserve collects this data directly from member banks on a monthly basis.

Historical Context

Analysts monitor this trend to assess the health of lending and investment in major urban economies.

Key Facts

  • Measures loans and investments at banks in cities over 500,000 population.
  • Provides insight into credit conditions in major urban areas.
  • Data collected monthly by the Federal Reserve.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This metric tracks the total value of loans and investments held by member banks located in metropolitan areas with populations of 500,000 or more.

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

A: Monitoring loans and investments in major urban centers helps economists and policymakers assess financial conditions and credit availability in key markets.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The Federal Reserve directly collects this data from member banks on a monthly basis.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Analysts and policymakers use this metric to gauge the health of lending and investment activity in major urban economies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: This data is released by the Federal Reserve on a monthly schedule with minimal delays.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Loans and Investments in All Member Banks in Cities with 500,000 or More Residents (X10AMBLIO5M), retrieved from FRED.