Assets: Securities Held Outright: Securities Held Outright: Change in Wednesday Level from Year Ago Level
RESPPALGXCH52NWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-406,667.00
Year-over-Year Change
-13.61%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
Measures year-over-year changes in securities holdings by the Federal Reserve. Provides critical insight into monetary policy and 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
Tracks weekly changes in securities held outright compared to the same period in the previous year. Indicates monetary policy implementation and balance sheet dynamics.
Methodology
Calculated as the change in Wednesday level of securities holdings from the previous year.
Historical Context
Used by economists and investors to understand Federal Reserve monetary policy actions.
Key Facts
- Reflects Federal Reserve asset management
- Indicates monetary policy stance
- Provides weekly comparative data
FAQs
Q: What are securities held outright?
A: Direct securities owned by the Federal Reserve, including Treasury bonds and mortgage-backed securities.
Q: Why track year-over-year changes?
A: Provides context for long-term monetary policy trends and balance sheet evolution.
Q: How do these securities impact the economy?
A: Influence interest rates, market liquidity, and overall economic conditions through monetary policy.
Q: What does a significant change indicate?
A: Potential shifts in monetary policy, economic interventions, or response to market conditions.
Q: How frequently is this data collected?
A: Updated weekly on Wednesday, providing current snapshot of Federal Reserve securities holdings.
Related Trends
Liabilities and Capital: Liabilities: Deposits with F.R. Banks, Other Than Reserve Balances: Term Deposits Held by Depository Institutions: Wednesday Level
TERMT
Memorandum Items: Custody Holdings: Securities in Custody for Foreign and International Accounts: Change in Week Average from Year Ago Week Average
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Assets: Securities Held Outright: Federal Agency Debt Securities: All: Change in Wednesday Level from Previous Wednesday Level
RESPPALGAMXCH1NWW
Assets: Other: Securities, Premiums, Discounts, Repurchase Agreements, and Loans: Change in Wednesday Level from Year Ago Level
RESPPALXCH52NWW
Assets: Securities Held Outright: U.S. Treasury Securities: Notes and Bonds, Inflation-Indexed: Change in Week Average from Previous Week Average
RESPPALGUOMIXAWXCH1NWW
Memorandum Items: Securities Lent to Dealers: Overnight Facility, U.S. Treasury Securities: Change in Week Average from Previous Week Average
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Securities Held Outright Change (RESPPALGXCH52NWW), retrieved from FRED.