Assets: Other: Repurchase Agreements: Change in Wednesday Level from Previous Wednesday Level
RESPPALGTRXCH1NWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-3.00
Year-over-Year Change
-97.12%
Date Range
6/7/2006 - 7/30/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the weekly change in repurchase agreements (repos) held by financial institutions. It provides insight into short-term liquidity and monetary market conditions in the U.S. financial system.
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 are short-term borrowing mechanisms where financial institutions sell securities with an agreement to buy them back later, serving as a critical tool for managing liquidity and short-term funding. Economists closely monitor these changes as they reflect market sentiment, potential stress in financial markets, and the Federal Reserve's monetary policy implementation.
Methodology
The data is collected by the Federal Reserve through weekly reporting from financial institutions, measuring the net change in repurchase agreement levels from one Wednesday to the next.
Historical Context
This metric is used by policymakers, central bankers, and financial analysts to assess short-term credit market conditions and potential monetary policy interventions.
Key Facts
- Repurchase agreements are crucial for short-term funding in financial markets
- Changes indicate potential shifts in market liquidity and credit conditions
- The metric provides real-time insights into financial market dynamics
FAQs
Q: What are repurchase agreements?
A: Repurchase agreements are short-term financial transactions where one party sells securities to another with an agreement to repurchase them at a later date. They are primarily used for managing liquidity and short-term funding in financial markets.
Q: Why do changes in repo levels matter?
A: Fluctuations in repurchase agreement levels can signal changes in market liquidity, credit conditions, and potential stress in the financial system. They provide important insights for economists and policymakers.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated weekly, specifically tracking changes between Wednesday levels. This provides a frequent and timely snapshot of short-term financial market conditions.
Q: Who uses this economic indicator?
A: Central bankers, financial analysts, economists, and policymakers use this indicator to assess market liquidity, potential monetary policy interventions, and overall financial market health.
Q: What are the limitations of this metric?
A: While valuable, this metric provides a snapshot of a specific market segment and 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 Wednesday Level from Previous Wednesday Level [RESPPALGTRXCH1NWW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025