Assets: Total Assets: Total Assets: Wednesday Level
RESPPANWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
6,643,615.00
Year-over-Year Change
-0.67%
Date Range
6/21/2006 - 8/13/2025
Summary
The 'Assets: Total Assets: Total Assets: Wednesday Level' represents the cumulative financial assets tracked by the Federal Reserve on a weekly basis. This metric provides critical insight into the overall liquidity and financial health of the U.S. banking and financial system.
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 economic indicator tracks the aggregate assets held by financial institutions, reflecting their total balance sheet positions at a specific point in time. Economists and policymakers use this data to assess financial system stability, monetary conditions, and potential systemic risks.
Methodology
The data is collected through comprehensive reporting by financial institutions to the Federal Reserve, aggregating their total asset holdings on a weekly Wednesday snapshot.
Historical Context
This trend is crucial for understanding monetary policy effectiveness, assessing financial sector resilience, and informing macroeconomic decision-making.
Key Facts
- Provides a weekly snapshot of total financial assets
- Reflects comprehensive balance sheet positions of financial institutions
- Serves as a critical indicator of financial system health
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures the total assets held by financial institutions on a specific Wednesday each week, providing a comprehensive view of the financial system's balance sheet.
Q: Why are total assets important?
A: Total assets indicate the financial capacity, liquidity, and potential risk exposure of the banking sector, which is crucial for understanding economic conditions.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated weekly, specifically on Wednesdays, offering a near-real-time view of financial asset positions.
Q: How do policymakers use this information?
A: Central banks and economic policymakers use this data to assess financial system stability, inform monetary policy decisions, and monitor potential systemic risks.
Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?
A: While comprehensive, the data represents a snapshot in time and should be analyzed alongside other economic indicators for a complete financial system assessment.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Total Assets: Total Assets: Wednesday Level [RESPPANWW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025