Assets: Securities Held Outright: Federal Agency Debt Securities: Maturing in over 1 Year to 5 Years: Wednesday Level

FEDD1T5 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

1,436.00

Year-over-Year Change

0.00%

Date Range

6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025

Summary

This economic indicator tracks the volume of federal agency debt securities held by the Federal Reserve with maturities between 1 and 5 years. It provides insight into the central bank's portfolio management and monetary policy strategies.

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 trend represents the Federal Reserve's holdings of medium-term agency debt securities, which reflect broader monetary policy decisions and financial market conditions. Economists analyze these holdings to understand liquidity, investment strategies, and potential economic interventions.

Methodology

Data is collected weekly by the Federal Reserve and represents the total market value of agency debt securities with maturities between 1 and 5 years.

Historical Context

This metric is used by policymakers and financial analysts to assess the Federal Reserve's balance sheet management and potential economic stabilization efforts.

Key Facts

  • Represents medium-term federal agency debt securities
  • Updated on a weekly basis by the Federal Reserve
  • Provides insights into central bank portfolio management

FAQs

Q: What are federal agency debt securities?

A: These are debt instruments issued by government-sponsored enterprises like Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. They are not direct Treasury obligations but are considered relatively low-risk investments.

Q: Why does the Federal Reserve hold these securities?

A: The Fed uses these holdings as part of its monetary policy toolkit to manage liquidity, influence interest rates, and support financial market stability.

Q: How often is the FEDD1T5 data updated?

A: The data is updated weekly, typically on Wednesday, providing a current snapshot of the Federal Reserve's securities holdings.

Q: What does the 1-5 year maturity range signify?

A: This range represents medium-term securities, offering a balance between short-term flexibility and longer-term investment strategies.

Q: How can investors use this information?

A: Investors can use this data to understand monetary policy trends, assess potential market liquidity, and gauge the Federal Reserve's economic outlook.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Securities Held Outright: Federal Agency Debt Securities: Maturing in over 1 Year to 5 Years: Wednesday Level [FEDD1T5], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025

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