Assets: Unamortized Discounts on Securities Held Outright: Week Average
RESPPALSDXAWNWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-23,733.00
Year-over-Year Change
0.34%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the unamortized discounts on securities held by the Federal Reserve on a weekly average basis. It provides insight into the Federal Reserve's balance sheet management and potential monetary policy adjustments.
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
The metric represents the difference between the purchase price and face value of securities in the Fed's portfolio, reflecting accounting adjustments for financial instruments. Economists use this data to understand the nuanced financial positioning of the central bank's asset holdings.
Methodology
Data is collected and calculated by the Federal Reserve through comprehensive tracking of securities purchases and their associated discounts.
Historical Context
This trend is used in macroeconomic analysis to assess the Federal Reserve's balance sheet strategies and potential monetary policy implications.
Key Facts
- Represents accounting adjustments for securities in the Fed's portfolio
- Provides insight into balance sheet management
- Reflects potential monetary policy strategies
FAQs
Q: What does 'unamortized discount' mean?
A: An unamortized discount is the remaining difference between a security's purchase price and its face value that has not yet been systematically allocated over the security's life.
Q: Why do these discounts matter?
A: These discounts provide important information about the Federal Reserve's asset valuation and potential monetary policy approaches.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a weekly average basis, providing current insights into the Federal Reserve's securities holdings.
Q: How do economists use this information?
A: Economists analyze this trend to understand the Federal Reserve's balance sheet management and potential monetary policy signals.
Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?
A: The indicator is a technical accounting measure and should be interpreted alongside other monetary and economic indicators for comprehensive analysis.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Unamortized Discounts on Securities Held Outright: Week Average [RESPPALSDXAWNWW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025