Assets: Unamortized Premiums on Securities Held Outright: Week Average
RESPPALSPXAWNWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
234,471.00
Year-over-Year Change
-2.47%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
Measures unamortized premiums on securities held by the Federal Reserve. Provides technical insight into the Fed's investment portfolio accounting.
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 the weekly average of unamortized premiums on securities in the Federal Reserve's holdings. Represents an important accounting metric for monetary assets.
Methodology
Calculated as a weekly average of unamortized premiums on securities held outright.
Historical Context
Used by financial analysts to understand Federal Reserve asset valuation and accounting practices.
Key Facts
- Reflects accounting treatment of Federal Reserve securities
- Indicates premium paid above face value of securities
- Provides insight into investment portfolio management
FAQs
Q: What are unamortized premiums?
A: Premiums represent amounts paid above a security's face value. Unamortized means the premium hasn't been fully allocated over the security's life.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated weekly, providing current insights into the Fed's securities portfolio.
Q: Why do unamortized premiums matter?
A: They impact the true economic value of securities and reflect investment strategies of the Federal Reserve.
Q: How do these premiums affect monetary policy?
A: They provide additional context about the Fed's asset acquisition and management strategies.
Q: What are the data's potential limitations?
A: The metric is an accounting measure and should be interpreted alongside broader economic indicators.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Unamortized Premiums on Securities Held Outright: Week Average (RESPPALSPXAWNWW), retrieved from FRED.