Assets: Securities Held Outright: U.S. Treasury Securities: Bills: Change in Wednesday Level from Previous Wednesday Level
RESPPALGUOBXCH1NWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
Tracks weekly changes in U.S. Treasury bill holdings by the Federal Reserve. Provides critical insight into monetary policy and central bank asset management strategies.
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
This metric measures the net weekly fluctuations in Treasury bill assets held by the Federal Reserve. It reflects short-term monetary policy adjustments and market interventions.
Methodology
Calculated by comparing Wednesday Treasury bill levels against the previous week's holdings.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers to assess short-term monetary liquidity and market interventions.
Key Facts
- Measures weekly Treasury bill asset changes
- Indicates short-term monetary policy shifts
- Critical for understanding Fed balance sheet dynamics
FAQs
Q: What do Treasury bill changes indicate?
A: Changes reflect Federal Reserve monetary policy adjustments and market liquidity management strategies.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Data is updated weekly, specifically comparing Wednesday levels from one week to the next.
Q: Why are Treasury bill holdings important?
A: They represent a key tool for managing money supply and implementing monetary policy interventions.
Q: How do Treasury bill changes impact markets?
A: Significant changes can signal potential shifts in monetary policy, affecting interest rates and investor sentiment.
Q: What limitations exist in this data?
A: Represents only Wednesday levels and may not capture full weekly market dynamics.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Securities Held Outright: U.S. Treasury Securities: Bills: Change in Wednesday Level from Previous Wednesday Level (RESPPALGUOBXCH1NWW), retrieved from FRED.