US commercial banks see $211B year-over-year surge in loans amid inflation concerns
US commercial banks have experienced a significant increase in loans, with a year-over-year surge of $211 billion. This rise in commercial and industrial lending has reached a total of $2.89 trillion, marking the third-largest annual gain since April 2023. The trend indicates a strong demand from businesses despite ongoing economic challenges such as inflation and a softening labor market.
- ▪Commercial and industrial loans at US banks jumped by $211 billion year-over-year.
- ▪Total outstanding C&I loans reached $2.89 trillion as of mid-May 2026.
- ▪Major lending institutions like JPMorgan and Wells Fargo reported double-digit growth in their commercial loan divisions.
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