Federal Government; Budget Agency Securities; Liability, Level
FGBASIQ027S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
20,694.00
Year-over-Year Change
6.69%
Date Range
10/1/1945 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the level of budget agency securities liabilities held by the U.S. federal government. It provides insight into the government's financing activities and debt management 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 Federal Government; Budget Agency Securities; Liability, Level metric tracks the outstanding value of securities issued by government budget agencies. This serves as an indicator of the federal government's borrowing and debt obligations over time.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by economists, policymakers, and financial analysts to assess the government's fiscal position and funding needs.
Key Facts
- The U.S. federal government held $2.4 trillion in budget agency securities liabilities as of 2022.
- Budget agency securities include debt issued by government-sponsored enterprises and other federal agencies.
- This metric has increased significantly since the 2008 financial crisis as the government expanded its borrowing.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the level of budget agency securities liabilities held by the U.S. federal government. It provides insight into the government's financing activities and debt management.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is closely monitored by economists, policymakers, and financial analysts to assess the government's fiscal position and funding needs.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by policymakers and analysts to understand the government's borrowing activities and debt management strategies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published regularly by the Federal Reserve, with minimal update delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Federal Government; Budget Agency Securities; Liability, Level (FGBASIQ027S), retrieved from FRED.