Memorandum Items: Securities Lent to Dealers: Overnight Facility, Federal Agency Debt Securities: Change in Week Average from Previous Week Average

RESH4DOFXAWXCH1NWW • 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

Measures weekly changes in securities lending to dealers, focusing on federal agency debt securities. Provides insight into short-term credit market dynamics.

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 metric tracks the fluctuations in securities lending between financial institutions, specifically for federal agency debt securities.

Methodology

Calculated by comparing week-average changes in overnight facility securities lending.

Historical Context

Used by financial analysts to understand short-term credit market liquidity and dealer activities.

Key Facts

  • Tracks federal agency debt securities lending
  • Provides weekly market liquidity insights
  • Important for understanding short-term credit dynamics

FAQs

Q: What are securities lending facilities?

A: Mechanisms allowing financial institutions to temporarily exchange securities to manage liquidity and trading needs.

Q: Why track securities lending changes?

A: To understand short-term credit market conditions and financial institution behaviors.

Q: What are federal agency debt securities?

A: Debt instruments issued by government-sponsored enterprises like Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Q: How frequently is this data updated?

A: The data is tracked and reported on a weekly average basis.

Q: What does the overnight facility mean?

A: Short-term lending arrangements that are typically settled within one business day.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Securities Lending Facility Changes (RESH4DOFXAWXCH1NWW), retrieved from FRED.
Memorandum Items: Securities Lent to Dealers: Overnight Facility, Federal Agency Debt Securities: Change in Week Average from Previous Week Average | US Economic Trends