Assets: Unamortized Discounts on Securities Held Outright: Change in Week Average from Year Ago Week Average
RESPPALSDXAWXCH52NWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
773.00
Year-over-Year Change
-40.68%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
Tracks annual changes in unamortized discounts for securities held by the Federal Reserve. Provides a year-over-year perspective on portfolio valuation.
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
Measures the change in discount values for securities held by the Federal Reserve compared to the same week one year prior. Indicates long-term portfolio trends.
Methodology
Calculated by comparing week average discount values year-over-year.
Historical Context
Used by economists to analyze long-term Federal Reserve asset management strategies.
Key Facts
- Compares securities discounts year-over-year
- Reflects long-term portfolio valuation trends
- Part of comprehensive Federal Reserve financial reporting
FAQs
Q: What are unamortized discounts?
A: Discounts are amounts paid below a security's face value. Unamortized means the discount hasn't been fully allocated over the asset's life.
Q: How is this data calculated?
A: By comparing the average week's discount values to the same week from the previous year.
Q: Why track annual changes?
A: Annual comparisons provide a broader view of portfolio management and economic trends.
Q: How do these discounts relate to monetary policy?
A: They reflect the Federal Reserve's asset acquisition and management strategies over time.
Q: What does this data tell economists?
A: It provides insights into long-term changes in the Federal Reserve's securities portfolio valuation.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Unamortized Discounts on Securities Held Outright (RESPPALSDXAWXCH52NWW), retrieved from FRED.