Assets: Securities Held Outright: Federal Agency Debt Securities: Change in Wednesday Level from Previous Wednesday Level
RESPPALGAOXCH1NWW • 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
This economic indicator tracks weekly changes in federal agency debt securities held by the Federal Reserve, providing insight into monetary policy and financial market dynamics. The trend reflects short-term adjustments in the Fed's balance sheet and potential shifts in monetary strategy.
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 series measures the net change in federal agency debt securities from one Wednesday to the next, which can signal important monetary policy interventions or market liquidity adjustments. Economists use this data to understand the Federal Reserve's active management of its securities portfolio and potential economic stabilization efforts.
Methodology
Data is collected through the Federal Reserve's weekly balance sheet reporting, calculating the difference in agency debt securities holdings between consecutive Wednesdays.
Historical Context
This metric is crucial for analyzing monetary policy implementation, financial market liquidity, and the Federal Reserve's strategic asset management approach.
Key Facts
- Tracks weekly changes in federal agency debt securities
- Provides insight into Federal Reserve's balance sheet management
- Reflects short-term monetary policy adjustments
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures the week-to-week change in federal agency debt securities held by the Federal Reserve, indicating shifts in the Fed's balance sheet and monetary policy approach.
Q: Why are these weekly changes important?
A: These changes can signal the Federal Reserve's responses to economic conditions, market liquidity needs, and potential monetary policy interventions.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: The data is collected through the Federal Reserve's weekly balance sheet reporting, comparing agency debt securities holdings between consecutive Wednesdays.
Q: What can these changes tell economists?
A: The changes can provide insights into the Fed's strategic asset management, potential economic stabilization efforts, and short-term monetary policy adjustments.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated weekly, typically reflecting changes between consecutive Wednesdays in the Federal Reserve's securities holdings.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Securities Held Outright: Federal Agency Debt Securities: Change in Wednesday Level from Previous Wednesday Level [RESPPALGAOXCH1NWW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025