Assets: Other: Repurchase Agreements: Change in Week Average from Previous Week Average
RESPPALGTRXAWXCH1NWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
-100.00%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks weekly changes in repurchase agreements (repos) held by financial institutions. It provides insight into short-term liquidity and monetary 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
Repurchase agreements represent short-term borrowing transactions where securities are sold and agreed to be repurchased later, serving as a critical mechanism for managing cash flow in financial markets. Economists use this metric to assess market liquidity, banking system health, and potential monetary policy implications.
Methodology
Data is collected by the Federal Reserve through aggregating weekly repo transaction volumes and calculating net changes from the previous week's average.
Historical Context
This trend is used by central bankers and financial analysts to monitor short-term credit markets and assess potential systemic financial risks.
Key Facts
- Repos are crucial for managing short-term financial liquidity
- Changes indicate potential shifts in banking system cash management
- Provides real-time insight into financial market dynamics
FAQs
Q: What are repurchase agreements?
A: Repurchase agreements are short-term financial transactions where one party sells securities and agrees to buy them back later at a slightly higher price, effectively functioning as a collateralized loan.
Q: Why do banks use repos?
A: Banks use repos to manage short-term cash needs, maintain liquidity, and optimize their balance sheets by temporarily exchanging securities for cash.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: This specific Federal Reserve data series is typically updated weekly, reflecting the most recent changes in repurchase agreement transactions.
Q: What does a significant change in repos indicate?
A: Large changes can signal potential stress in financial markets, shifts in monetary policy expectations, or changes in banks' liquidity management strategies.
Q: Are repos risky?
A: While repos are generally considered low-risk due to their short-term nature and collateralization, they can become problematic during periods of financial market instability.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Other: Repurchase Agreements: Change in Week Average from Previous Week Average [RESPPALGTRXAWXCH1NWW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025