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How do you interpret FDIC deposits data?

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How do you interpret FDIC deposits data?
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Information on changes in deposits at commercial banks can be useful in gaining a better understanding of a local economy. However, determining whether an increase in deposits is positive, negative, or neutral can be difficult if the reason for the increase is not known. An increase in deposits, for example, might reflect an increase in cash flow from a local customer base.