High Value of the Federal Funds Rate for the Indicated Date Published in The Wall Street Journal
This dataset tracks high value of the federal funds rate for the indicated date published in the wall street journal over time.
Latest Value
1.38
Year-over-Year Change
452.00%
Date Range
6/1/1932 - 6/28/1954
Summary
The High Value of the Federal Funds Rate for the Indicated Date Published in The Wall Street Journal tracks the highest overnight interest rate on federal funds traded between banks on a given day.
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
This series represents the upper bound or highest rate at which depository institutions lend balances at the Federal Reserve to other depository institutions overnight. It is a key indicator of short-term interest rate conditions and liquidity in the U.S. banking system.
Methodology
The data is collected and published daily by The Wall Street Journal.
Historical Context
The federal funds rate is a major tool used by the Federal Reserve to influence monetary policy and economic activity.
Key Facts
- The federal funds rate is the interest rate at which depository institutions lend reserve balances to other institutions overnight.
- The Federal Reserve uses the federal funds rate as a key policy tool to influence economic conditions.
- The federal funds rate impacts a wide range of other interest rates in the U.S. economy.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The High Value of the Federal Funds Rate for the Indicated Date Published in The Wall Street Journal tracks the highest overnight interest rate on federal funds traded between banks on a given day.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The federal funds rate is a critical indicator of short-term interest rate conditions and liquidity in the U.S. banking system, making this data highly relevant for economists, policymakers, and financial market participants.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and published daily by The Wall Street Journal.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The federal funds rate is a major policy tool used by the Federal Reserve to influence monetary conditions and broader economic activity in the United States.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published daily with no significant update delays, providing timely information on overnight interest rate conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, High Value of the Federal Funds Rate for the Indicated Date Published in The Wall Street Journal (FFWSJHIGH), retrieved from FRED.