Assets: Other: Repurchase Agreements: Change in Week Average from Year Ago Week Average
RESPPALGTRXAWXCH52NWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
-100.00%
Date Range
6/7/2006 - 7/30/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the week-to-week changes in repurchase agreements compared to the same period in the previous year. It provides insights into short-term lending dynamics and liquidity in the financial markets.
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 (repos) are critical short-term funding mechanisms where financial institutions sell securities with an agreement to repurchase them later. Economists use this metric to assess market liquidity, financial institution behavior, and potential stress in the banking system.
Methodology
The data is collected by tracking the weekly average of repurchase agreements and calculating the percentage change compared to the same week in the previous year.
Historical Context
Central banks and financial regulators use this trend to monitor monetary conditions and potential systemic risks in the financial markets.
Key Facts
- Repos are crucial for short-term funding in financial markets
- Changes indicate potential shifts in market liquidity
- Tracked weekly to provide timely economic insights
FAQs
Q: What are repurchase agreements?
A: Repurchase agreements are short-term loans where one party sells securities to another with a promise to buy them back later at a slightly higher price.
Q: Why do changes in repo agreements matter?
A: Fluctuations can signal changes in market liquidity, financial institution lending behavior, and potential economic stress.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated weekly, providing near real-time insights into financial market conditions.
Q: Who uses this economic indicator?
A: Central banks, financial regulators, economists, and market analysts use this data to assess monetary conditions and financial market health.
Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?
A: While informative, this metric should be considered alongside other economic indicators for a comprehensive market analysis.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Other: Repurchase Agreements: Change in Week Average from Year Ago Week Average [RESPPALGTRXAWXCH52NWW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025