According to FDIC data, American banks carried substantial paper losses in the second quarter of 2025, reflecting continued valuation pressures on investment securities.
The FDIC reported that U.S. banks held $395 billion in unrealized losses on investment securities in the second quarter of 2025. These represent declines in asset values that have not been realized through sales. The data highlights ongoing financial sector challenges during the April–June period, with market conditions impacting the valuation of bank-held investments.