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Banks are turning cautious on lending, according to the Fed. What it means for the economy

The Fed’s October bank lending survey shows tighter standards for small firms and commercial real estate, while subprime borrowers face tougher credit.

✦ Extractive summary — built from the sources' own reporting•From 1 source•1 min read•Updated November 5, 2026, 1:52 PM UTC

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