Assets: Securities Held Outright: Mortgage-Backed Securities: Maturing Within 15 Days: Wednesday Level

MBS15 • 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

Tracks short-term mortgage-backed securities maturing within 15 days. Provides critical insight into Federal Reserve's near-term asset management and liquidity 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

Represents the volume of mortgage-backed securities held by the Federal Reserve with imminent maturity. Indicates short-term monetary policy positioning.

Methodology

Measured weekly on Wednesday, capturing current mortgage security holdings approaching maturity.

Historical Context

Used by central bankers to assess short-term financial market liquidity and investment strategies.

Key Facts

  • Represents weekly mortgage security holdings
  • Indicates Federal Reserve asset management
  • Reflects short-term financial market conditions

FAQs

Q: What do mortgage-backed securities represent?

A: Mortgage-backed securities are financial instruments pooled from mortgage loans. They represent a key component of Federal Reserve asset management.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: The data is updated weekly on Wednesday, providing current snapshot of short-term mortgage securities.

Q: Why are 15-day maturity securities important?

A: Short-term securities indicate immediate liquidity and near-term monetary policy positioning.

Q: How do these securities impact financial markets?

A: They reflect Federal Reserve's monetary strategy and can influence interest rates and market liquidity.

Q: Can investors directly use this data?

A: Primarily used by financial professionals and policymakers for strategic analysis.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Securities Held Outright: Mortgage-Backed Securities: Maturing Within 15 Days: Wednesday Level (MBS15), retrieved from FRED.