ECB BLS: Banks tightened credit standards across all loan categories, driven by higher perceived risks and lower risk tolerance

Banks tightened credit standards across all loan categories, driven by higher perceived risks and lower risk tolerance Banks expect to also tighten credit standards in the second quarter, influenced by geopolitical tensions, energy developments, and higher funding costs Loan demand from firms and households expected to decrease, resulting from reduced financing for fixed investments, lower consumer confidence, and decreased spending on durables Nearly half of euro area banks use securitisation to grant new loans, manage credit risk and enhance liquidity and funding, relying on non-bank financial entities to purchase securitised loans