Liabilities: Deposits: U.S. Treasury, Supplementary Financing Account
LDUSTSA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
0.00%
Date Range
12/18/2002 - 7/27/2011
Summary
The LDUSTSA series tracks deposits from the U.S. Treasury's Supplementary Financing Account at the Federal Reserve, which represents a critical cash management tool for the government. This metric provides insights into federal liquidity management and monetary policy implementation.
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 economic indicator reflects the U.S. Treasury's strategic cash balance held at the Federal Reserve through a special account designed to support broader monetary policy objectives. Economists closely monitor these deposits as they can signal government financial strategy and potential market interventions.
Methodology
Data is collected directly from Federal Reserve reporting and represents the daily balance of the U.S. Treasury's Supplementary Financing Account.
Historical Context
Policymakers and financial analysts use this data to understand government cash flow, monetary policy coordination, and potential market liquidity impacts.
Key Facts
- Represents a specialized U.S. Treasury account at the Federal Reserve
- Used as a tool for managing government cash balances
- Provides insights into federal financial management strategies
FAQs
Q: What is the Supplementary Financing Account?
A: It's a special account where the U.S. Treasury maintains cash deposits at the Federal Reserve to support monetary policy and financial system stability.
Q: Why does the Treasury use this account?
A: The account helps manage government cash balances and provides the Federal Reserve with additional tools to manage market liquidity and interest rates.
Q: How often is LDUSTSA data updated?
A: The data is typically updated daily, reflecting real-time changes in the Treasury's account balance at the Federal Reserve.
Q: How do economists interpret LDUSTSA trends?
A: Changes in the account balance can signal government spending patterns, potential market interventions, and broader monetary policy strategies.
Q: Are there limitations to this economic indicator?
A: While informative, the data represents a snapshot of government cash management and should be analyzed alongside other economic indicators for comprehensive insights.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Liabilities: Deposits: U.S. Treasury, Supplementary Financing Account [LDUSTSA], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025