SVB News & Analysis

Federal Reserve Report Reveals Inaction on Silicon Valley Bank Issues

A report from the Starling Advisory Group shows that the Federal Reserve knew about Silicon Valley Bank's (SVB) vulnerabilities but did not act due to a culture of risk aversion. SVB collapsed on March 10, 2023, following a run on deposits triggered by large losses in its bond portfolio amid rising interest rates. Regulators reportedly were aware of these issues as early as March 2022. This report underscores the importance of proactive regulatory measures in the banking sector to avoid significant failures like that of SVB.