Federal Reserve Reports Modest Rise in Loan Delinquencies but Notes Stability and Lower Year-End Levels
The Federal Reserve System documented a modest increase in U.S. loan delinquencies across consumer, commercial, and residential real estate categories in 2025. Overall loan growth remained steady and banks stayed well-capitalized.
americanbanker.comU.S. loan delinquencies across consumer, commercial, and residential real estate categories in 2025. Overall loan growth remained steady during the same period.
Banks remained well-capitalized and the banking system was considered stable in 2025, according to the Federal Reserve System. The central bank also flagged risks in private credit markets following several nonbank defaults. Auto delinquencies rose in the second half of 2025.
Both categories ended the year below 2024 levels.
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