WisBusiness: Wisconsin Bankers Association: Commentary on FDIC Q3 2023 numbers

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) data released today showed Wisconsin banks remained in good health through the third quarter of this year. Year-over-year lending increased in all categories (commercial, residential, and farm loans), demonstrating the responsiveness of banks to meet their customers’ needs. Individuals and businesses continue to trust banks as a safe place to keep their money, as evidenced by a slight increase in deposits, both year over year (0.59%) and quarter over quarter (0.95%). Net interest margin has held steady at 3.19% year over year, and capital levels are healthy.

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