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Monthly
PITGCD01IEM661N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
101.20
Year-over-Year Change
0.30%
Date Range
1/1/1995 - 1/1/2018
Summary
The Monthly Proprietary Institutional Trading-General Collateral Dollar Index measures the daily trading volume in the U.S. Treasury general collateral repurchase agreement (repo) market. This index provides insights into liquidity and financing conditions in the vital Treasury market.
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 Monthly Proprietary Institutional Trading-General Collateral Dollar Index tracks the total dollar volume of Treasury general collateral repo transactions executed by major broker-dealers and other institutional investors. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to gauge Treasury market liquidity and short-term funding pressures.
Methodology
The data is collected through proprietary reporting from participating financial institutions.
Historical Context
Analysts and regulators monitor this index to assess the functioning of the crucial Treasury repo market, which underpins short-term funding and market-making activities.
Key Facts
- The index reached a record high of $1.3 trillion in March 2020.
- Repo market liquidity is crucial for government bond trading and short-term lending.
- The index is published monthly with a lag of several weeks.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Monthly Proprietary Institutional Trading-General Collateral Dollar Index tracks the total daily trading volume in the U.S. Treasury general collateral repurchase agreement (repo) market.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index provides valuable insights into liquidity and financing conditions in the crucial Treasury repo market, which underpins short-term funding and market-making activities.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through proprietary reporting from participating financial institutions.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Analysts and regulators monitor this index to assess the functioning of the Treasury repo market, which is vital for short-term funding and market-making.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is published monthly with a lag of several weeks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Monthly Proprietary Institutional Trading-General Collateral Dollar Index (PITGCD01IEM661N), retrieved from FRED.