Assets: Central Bank Liquidity Swaps: Central Bank Liquidity Swaps: Change in Wednesday Level from Year Ago Level
RESH4SCSXCH52NWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-105.00
Year-over-Year Change
-7.08%
Date Range
7/5/2006 - 8/27/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the change in central bank liquidity swaps from one year to the next, providing insight into international financial market stress and cross-border monetary policy coordination. The metric helps economists and policymakers understand global financial interconnectedness and potential systemic risks.
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
Central bank liquidity swaps are temporary currency exchange arrangements between national central banks designed to provide emergency funding and maintain financial stability during periods of market stress. These swaps allow central banks to provide foreign currency liquidity to domestic financial institutions when normal market mechanisms are disrupted.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the Federal Reserve through tracking the weekly changes in cross-currency swap levels compared to the same period in the previous year.
Historical Context
This metric is critically used in assessing global financial market conditions, international monetary policy responses, and potential systemic risks during economic uncertainties.
Key Facts
- Liquidity swaps help central banks manage cross-border financial risks
- These swaps can be rapidly deployed during financial market disruptions
- They represent a critical tool in international monetary policy coordination
FAQs
Q: What are central bank liquidity swaps?
A: Central bank liquidity swaps are temporary currency exchange arrangements between national central banks to provide emergency funding and maintain financial stability during market stress.
Q: Why do central banks use these swaps?
A: Central banks use these swaps to provide foreign currency liquidity, manage international financial risks, and support domestic financial institutions during periods of market uncertainty.
Q: How are these swaps calculated?
A: The swaps are calculated by comparing the current week's liquidity swap levels with the same week's levels from the previous year, tracking changes in cross-currency arrangements.
Q: When are these swaps most commonly used?
A: These swaps are most frequently used during global financial crises, banking system stress, or periods of significant market volatility.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated weekly, providing a current snapshot of international liquidity and financial market conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Central Bank Liquidity Swaps: Central Bank Liquidity Swaps: Change in Wednesday Level from Year Ago Level [RESH4SCSXCH52NWW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025