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Global Trade Risks Top U.S. Financial Concerns: Fed Survey

4/26/2025

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A Federal Reserve survey reveals global trade risks as the primary concern for the U.S. financial system, noted by 73% of respondents.
Policy uncertainty and fiscal debt sustainability are also significant risks, cited by 50% of participants.
Low liquidity in stock and Treasury markets raises volatility concerns.
Commercial real estate prices are stabilizing despite market turmoil.
Hedge fund leverage is at a historical high, while banks uphold strong capital ratios.

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Story summary

A Federal Reserve survey reveals global trade risks as the primary concern for the U.S. financial system, noted by 73% of respondents.
Policy uncertainty and fiscal debt sustainability are also significant risks, cited by 50% of participants.
Low liquidity in stock and Treasury markets raises volatility concerns.
Commercial real estate prices are stabilizing despite market turmoil.
Hedge fund leverage is at a historical high, while banks uphold strong capital ratios.