DRTSCILMBanks Tightening C&I Loan Standards (DRTSCILM) — Current Value & Historical Data
Banks Tightening C&I Loan Standards (DRTSCILM) Chart & Data Table
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What is Banks Tightening C&I Loan Standards (DRTSCILM)?
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Current Banks Tightening C&I Loan Standards (DRTSCILM) Value
As of April 1, 2026, the current net percentage of domestic banks tightening standards for commercial and industrial loans to large and middle-market firms is 8.10 Percent. This is the most recent observation available for this series, updated quarterly.
Banks Tightening C&I Loan Standards Historical Trend
Net Percentage of Domestic Banks Tightening Standards for Commercial and Industrial Loans to Large and Middle-Market Firms rose 52.83% quarter-over-quarter. Over the past year, net percentage of domestic banks tightening standards for commercial and industrial loans to large and middle-market firms fell 56.22% from April 2025. In the series' tracked history, the highest recorded value was 83.60 (October 2008), and the lowest was -32.40 (July 2021).
Methodology & Source
Source
Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Frequency
Quarterly
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Percent
Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions About Banks Tightening C&I Loan Standards (DRTSCILM)
What is the current net percentage of domestic banks tightening standards for commercial and industrial loans to large and middle-market firms?
As of April 1, 2026, net percentage of domestic banks tightening standards for commercial and industrial loans to large and middle-market firms stands at 8.10 Percent.
Where does net percentage of domestic banks tightening standards for commercial and industrial loans to large and middle-market firms data come from?
Net Percentage of Domestic Banks Tightening Standards for Commercial and Industrial Loans to Large and Middle-Market Firms data is sourced from the Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED) system and related U.S. government agencies. Data quality and historical coverage vary by series.
How often is net percentage of domestic banks tightening standards for commercial and industrial loans to large and middle-market firms updated?
This series is updated according to its publication schedule. Check FRED or the source agency for the most current release calendar.
What is the historical high and low for net percentage of domestic banks tightening standards for commercial and industrial loans to large and middle-market firms?
In the available data, the highest value was 83.60 Percent in October 2008, and the lowest was -32.40 Percent in July 2021.
How has net percentage of domestic banks tightening standards for commercial and industrial loans to large and middle-market firms changed over the past year?
Over the past year, net percentage of domestic banks tightening standards for commercial and industrial loans to large and middle-market firms decreased 56.22%.
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