Why it might be time to revisit a key FDIC ratio
Jul 23, 2026 ยท 11m
Topics discussed
Intro: Critique of FDIC's 2% reserve ratio calculation
Podcast intro and guest introductions
Explaining designated vs. minimum reserve ratios
History of the 2% target and historical simulations
Questioning relevance of Savings and Loan crisis data
Sponsor message from Q2 Software
Impact of using provisions vs. actual realized losses
Financial impact of overestimated loss provisions
Real-world costs to consumers and conclusion
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