Assets: Securities Held Outright: Mortgage-Backed Securities: Change in Wednesday Level from Year Ago Level
RESPPALGASMOXCH52NWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-197,518.00
Year-over-Year Change
-0.76%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the week-to-week changes in mortgage-backed securities (MBS) held by the Federal Reserve compared to the same period in the previous year. The metric provides insights into monetary policy, housing market dynamics, and the Fed's balance sheet management 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 trend represents the Federal Reserve's holdings of mortgage-backed securities and their year-over-year fluctuations, which reflect broader monetary policy interventions and market liquidity conditions. Economists use this data to assess the central bank's approach to supporting the housing market and managing financial system stability.
Methodology
The data is calculated by comparing the Federal Reserve's Wednesday-level mortgage-backed securities holdings to the same Wednesday's level from the previous year.
Historical Context
This indicator is crucial for understanding monetary policy implementation, housing market interventions, and the Federal Reserve's balance sheet management strategies.
Key Facts
- Tracks changes in Federal Reserve's mortgage-backed securities holdings
- Provides insights into monetary policy and housing market interventions
- Reflects week-to-week changes compared to the previous year's level
FAQs
Q: What do mortgage-backed securities represent?
A: Mortgage-backed securities are financial instruments created by pooling mortgage loans and selling them as investable assets. They play a crucial role in housing finance and broader financial markets.
Q: Why does the Federal Reserve hold mortgage-backed securities?
A: The Fed uses MBS purchases to support the housing market, maintain financial system liquidity, and implement monetary policy during economic challenges.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated weekly, reflecting the Wednesday-level holdings of mortgage-backed securities by the Federal Reserve.
Q: What impact do changes in MBS holdings have on the economy?
A: Changes in MBS holdings can influence mortgage rates, housing market liquidity, and overall financial market conditions.
Q: Are there limitations to this economic indicator?
A: The indicator provides a snapshot of MBS holdings and should be interpreted alongside other economic indicators for a comprehensive analysis.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Securities Held Outright: Mortgage-Backed Securities: Change in Wednesday Level from Year Ago Level [RESPPALGASMOXCH52NWW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025