Assets: Securities Held Outright: Federal Agency Debt Securities: Maturing in 16 Days to 90 Days: Wednesday Level

FEDD1690 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

0.00

Year-over-Year Change

N/A%

Date Range

6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025

Summary

This economic indicator tracks the volume of federal agency debt securities with short-term maturities (16-90 days) held by the Federal Reserve. It provides insight into short-term government debt management and liquidity in the financial system.

Analysis & Context

This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.

Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.

About This Dataset

The series represents a snapshot of federal agency debt securities with near-term maturity dates, reflecting the Federal Reserve's portfolio composition and short-term investment strategies. Economists use this data to assess monetary policy implementation and financial market liquidity.

Methodology

Data is collected weekly by the Federal Reserve, tracking the Wednesday-level holdings of agency debt securities with maturities between 16 and 90 days.

Historical Context

This metric is used in macroeconomic analysis to understand government debt management, monetary policy transmission, and short-term financial market conditions.

Key Facts

  • Measures short-term federal agency debt securities held by the Federal Reserve
  • Provides weekly snapshot of government debt portfolio
  • Reflects liquidity and monetary policy implementation

FAQs

Q: What does this economic indicator measure?

A: It tracks the volume of federal agency debt securities with 16-90 day maturities held by the Federal Reserve on a weekly basis.

Q: Why is this data important?

A: The indicator helps economists and policymakers understand short-term government debt management and financial market liquidity.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: The data is updated weekly, specifically capturing the Wednesday-level holdings of short-term agency debt securities.

Q: How do policymakers use this information?

A: They use it to assess monetary policy effectiveness, financial market conditions, and short-term government debt strategies.

Q: What are the limitations of this data?

A: The data provides a narrow view of federal agency debt and should be considered alongside other economic indicators for comprehensive analysis.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Securities Held Outright: Federal Agency Debt Securities: Maturing in 16 Days to 90 Days: Wednesday Level [FEDD1690], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025