Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System

banks are reporting difficulty attracting deposits as people move available...banks' ability to lend, and some sources indicate having tightened credit

Banks report continued declines in loan demand, a slight tightening in...banks. Demand was weak in every category except commercial and industrial

banks reduced their prime lending rates, and half the banks also decreased

banks reduced their prime lending rates since the last survey, and a substantial...banks tightened their lending standards, citing such concerns as the slowdown

banks tightened lending standards on business loans. Wages and Prices ...banks' imposition of tighter credit standards for business loans. However

bank lending continued to contract as credit conditions remained relatively...Banks reported having ample liquidity, but remained cautious of reducing

Bank loan quality continued to slowly improve, and lower loan loss provisions...bank earnings. Prices and Costs Price and wage pressures continued to

bank loans for commercial real estate was noted, although it was concentrated...banks. Prices and Costs Price and wage pressures were moderate in September

banks reduced their prime lending rates, but most banks left their consumer

Bank contacts indicated that demand was strong for household loans but...bank earnings and asset quality were sound. Respondents noted strong household