Assets: Liquidity and Credit Facilities: Loans: Change in Wednesday Level from Year Ago Level

RESPPALDXCH52NWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

-99,456.00

Year-over-Year Change

-13.46%

Date Range

6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025

Summary

This economic indicator tracks the year-over-year change in loan levels for liquidity and credit facilities on a specific Wednesday. It provides insights into the Federal Reserve's lending activities and overall 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

The trend represents the week-to-week fluctuations in loan volumes compared to the same period in the previous year, offering economists a snapshot of credit market health and monetary policy effectiveness. Analysts use this metric to understand lending trends, financial system liquidity, and potential economic stress points.

Methodology

Data is collected by the Federal Reserve through comprehensive tracking of loan levels and calculated as a percentage change from the corresponding Wednesday in the previous year.

Historical Context

This indicator is crucial for policymakers, central bankers, and financial analysts in assessing credit market conditions and potential monetary policy interventions.

Key Facts

  • Measures week-to-week changes in loan volumes
  • Provides insight into credit market dynamics
  • Helps assess financial system health

FAQs

Q: What does this economic indicator measure?

A: It tracks the year-over-year change in loan levels for liquidity and credit facilities on a specific Wednesday, showing how lending volumes have shifted compared to the previous year.

Q: Why is this indicator important?

A: It helps economists and policymakers understand credit market conditions, potential economic stress, and the effectiveness of monetary policy interventions.

Q: How is the data calculated?

A: The Federal Reserve calculates this by comparing loan levels on a specific Wednesday to the same Wednesday in the previous year, expressing the change as a percentage.

Q: Who uses this economic data?

A: Central bankers, financial analysts, economists, and policymakers use this indicator to assess credit market health and potential economic interventions.

Q: How frequently is this data updated?

A: The data is typically updated weekly, providing a current snapshot of loan and credit facility levels in the financial system.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Liquidity and Credit Facilities: Loans: Change in Wednesday Level from Year Ago Level [RESPPALDXCH52NWW], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025