Market Insights

Drawing on more than 50 years of industry experience and the Credit Risk Navigator database, we take a look at the recent commercial lending and credit quality trends. If you have questions about the data or want to learn how AFS can help, contact Doug Skinner, Director, at 484.875.1562 or dskinner@afsvision.com. 

Market Insights 8/30/22
This month, we discuss a recent Federal Reserve survey that provides some insight into corporate credit, including the level of demand in various markets, adjustment of underwriting practices, and bank actions in light the changing economic landscape, and more.
 

Market Insights 8/2/22
This AFS BI Market Insights video looks at the recent, sustained period of commercial bank loan growth despite several recession indicators flashing amber and what the future may hold for continued growth. 
 
Market Insights 6/20/22
This month brought mixed messages to the market. Rising interest rates, the start of the Fed’s quantitative tightening, soaring energy prices, record-breaking inflation and talks of recession, to name a few.