Assets: Other: Special Drawing Rights Certificate Account: Change in Week Average from Previous Week Average

RESPPASXAWXCH1NWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

0.00

Year-over-Year Change

N/A%

Date Range

6/7/2006 - 7/30/2025

Summary

This economic indicator tracks weekly changes in the Special Drawing Rights (SDR) Certificate Account at the Federal Reserve. It provides insight into international monetary system liquidity and reserve asset management.

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

Special Drawing Rights are an international reserve asset created by the IMF to supplement member countries' official reserves. Economists use this metric to understand global financial system dynamics and potential shifts in international monetary reserves.

Methodology

The data is calculated by comparing the weekly average balance of the SDR Certificate Account to the previous week's average, tracking incremental changes in this specialized financial instrument.

Historical Context

This trend helps policymakers and central bankers assess international monetary liquidity and potential cross-border financial movements.

Key Facts

  • SDRs are an international reserve asset created by the International Monetary Fund
  • The certificate account represents a mechanism for managing these special drawing rights
  • Changes in this account can signal shifts in global monetary system dynamics

FAQs

Q: What are Special Drawing Rights?

A: Special Drawing Rights are an international reserve asset created by the IMF to supplement member countries' official reserves. They represent a potential claim on the freely usable currencies of IMF members.

Q: How do SDRs impact global finance?

A: SDRs provide countries with additional liquidity and can help stabilize the international monetary system during financial stress. They serve as a supplemental international reserve asset.

Q: Who tracks the SDR Certificate Account?

A: The Federal Reserve monitors and reports changes in the SDR Certificate Account as part of its comprehensive financial tracking and reporting responsibilities.

Q: Why are weekly changes important?

A: Weekly changes can indicate short-term shifts in international monetary reserves and potential strategic adjustments by central banks and international financial institutions.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: This specific data series is typically updated weekly, providing a current snapshot of SDR Certificate Account dynamics.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Other: Special Drawing Rights Certificate Account: Change in Week Average from Previous Week Average [RESPPASXAWXCH1NWW], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025