Assets: Other: Repurchase Agreements: Change in Wednesday Level from Year Ago Level
RESPPALGTRXCH52NWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-5.00
Year-over-Year Change
-183.33%
Date Range
6/7/2006 - 7/30/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the year-over-year change in repurchase agreements (repos) held by financial institutions on a specific Wednesday. 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 are short-term borrowing mechanisms where financial institutions sell securities with an agreement to repurchase them later, serving as a critical tool for managing cash flow and monetary liquidity. Economists analyze this trend to understand short-term credit market conditions and potential stress in the financial system.
Methodology
The data is collected by the Federal Reserve through weekly reporting from financial institutions, tracking the net change in repo levels compared to the same week in the previous year.
Historical Context
This metric is used by policymakers and market analysts to assess short-term credit market health, potential monetary policy implications, and overall financial system stability.
Key Facts
- Repos are crucial for short-term cash management in financial markets
- Changes indicate potential shifts in lending and borrowing conditions
- Weekly measurement provides timely insights into market dynamics
FAQs
Q: What are repurchase agreements?
A: Repurchase agreements are short-term financial transactions where one party sells securities to another with a commitment to buy them back later at a slightly higher price.
Q: Why do changes in repo levels matter?
A: Fluctuations can signal changes in market liquidity, credit conditions, and potential stress in the financial system.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated weekly, providing a near real-time view of short-term financial market conditions.
Q: Who uses this economic indicator?
A: Central bankers, financial analysts, economists, and investors use this data to assess market conditions and potential monetary policy implications.
Q: What limitations exist in this data?
A: The indicator provides a snapshot of a specific Wednesday and may not capture continuous market dynamics or longer-term trends.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Other: Repurchase Agreements: Change in Wednesday Level from Year Ago Level [RESPPALGTRXCH52NWW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025