Other Securities, All Commercial Banks
Billions of U.S. Dollars, Monthly, Seasonally Adjusted
OTHSEC • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
983.71
Year-over-Year Change
-1.05%
Date Range
1/1/1947 - 6/1/2025
Summary
Measures monthly U.S. government securities transactions with seasonal adjustments. Provides smoothed financial market insights for economic analysis.
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 government securities transactions after statistical smoothing. Helps identify underlying economic trends.
Methodology
Calculated using statistical techniques to remove seasonal variations.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers to understand consistent market patterns.
Key Facts
- Provides seasonally smoothed securities transaction data
- Removes cyclical variations from raw numbers
- Essential for long-term economic trend analysis
FAQs
Q: What makes OTHSEC different from non-adjusted data?
A: Applies statistical smoothing to remove seasonal fluctuations. Reveals underlying economic trends.
Q: Why are seasonal adjustments important?
A: They help isolate genuine economic changes from predictable seasonal patterns.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: Monthly updates provide current seasonally adjusted securities transaction information.
Q: Who primarily uses seasonally adjusted data?
A: Economists, central bankers, and financial analysts rely on smoothed data for trend analysis.
Q: What are the limitations of seasonally adjusted data?
A: Removes important seasonal context. Should be used alongside raw data for comprehensive understanding.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Seasonally Adjusted Securities Transactions (OTHSEC), retrieved from FRED.