Resources and Assets: Investment Portfolios Arising from the Great Recession: Net Portfolio Holdings of Commercial Paper Funding Facility LLC
RAIPGRNPCPFF • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
-100.00%
Date Range
10/29/2008 - 8/25/2010
Summary
This economic trend tracks the net portfolio holdings of the Commercial Paper Funding Facility (CPFF) established during the Great Recession. It provides critical insight into emergency financial market interventions and liquidity support during economic stress periods.
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 metric represents the Federal Reserve's direct investment and asset management strategy during the 2008 financial crisis, specifically measuring the net holdings of commercial paper through a specialized funding mechanism. Economists use this data to understand the scale and effectiveness of monetary policy interventions during systemic financial challenges.
Methodology
Data is collected and calculated by the Federal Reserve, tracking the aggregate value of commercial paper assets purchased through the CPFF emergency lending program.
Historical Context
This trend is used in macroeconomic analysis to evaluate the Federal Reserve's crisis response strategies and assess market stabilization efforts.
Key Facts
- Represents emergency lending during the 2008 financial crisis
- Tracks net portfolio holdings of commercial paper
- Provides insight into Federal Reserve crisis intervention strategies
FAQs
Q: What is the Commercial Paper Funding Facility?
A: The CPFF was a Federal Reserve program designed to provide liquidity to the commercial paper market during the 2008 financial crisis by purchasing high-quality, short-term corporate debt.
Q: Why was this facility important?
A: The facility helped stabilize short-term credit markets and prevent a potential collapse of corporate funding during a period of extreme financial stress.
Q: How does this data series reflect economic conditions?
A: The net portfolio holdings indicate the extent of Federal Reserve intervention and the severity of market disruptions during the financial crisis.
Q: How do economists use this data?
A: Researchers analyze this trend to understand monetary policy responses, market liquidity, and the effectiveness of emergency financial interventions.
Q: Is this data still being updated?
A: The CPFF was a temporary program, so the data represents a specific historical period and is not continuously updated.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Resources and Assets: Investment Portfolios Arising from the Great Recession: Net Portfolio Holdings of Commercial Paper Funding Facility LLC [RAIPGRNPCPFF], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025