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2026.08.1320:30:00UTC+00US Bank Reserve Balances Edge Lower to $2.947 Trillion

Reserve balances held by depository institutions at Federal Reserve Banks in the United States have declined, slipping from $3.002 trillion to $2.947 trillion, according to data updated on 13 August 2026. The move marks a modest reduction in reserves, suggesting a slight tightening in liquidity conditions within the U.S. banking system.

While the shift is relatively small in absolute terms, such changes in reserve balances are closely watched by market participants as they can reflect evolving dynamics in funding, the Federal Reserve’s balance sheet operations, and banks’ demand for reserves. The latest reading will likely feed into broader discussions about monetary conditions and financial system liquidity in the second half of 2026.

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