Assets: Other: Special Drawing Rights Certificate Account: Change in Week Average from Year Ago Week Average
RESPPASXAWXCH52NWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
-50.00%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks changes in the Special Drawing Rights (SDR) Certificate Account on a week-over-week basis compared to the previous year. It provides insights into international monetary reserve dynamics and potential shifts in global financial liquidity.
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 International Monetary Fund to supplement member countries' official reserves. Economists use this metric to assess potential changes in global monetary reserves and international financial system stability.
Methodology
The data is calculated by comparing the weekly average of the SDR Certificate Account to the same week's average from the previous year, typically sourced from Federal Reserve reporting.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by central bankers and international financial analysts to understand potential shifts in global monetary reserves and international financial system dynamics.
Key Facts
- SDRs are an international reserve asset created by the IMF
- The metric compares current and previous year's weekly averages
- Provides insights into global monetary reserve fluctuations
FAQs
Q: What are Special Drawing Rights?
A: Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) are an international type of monetary reserve currency created by the IMF to supplement member countries' official reserves.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated weekly, reflecting the most recent changes in the SDR Certificate Account.
Q: Why do economists track SDR changes?
A: Tracking SDR changes helps economists understand potential shifts in global financial liquidity and international monetary system dynamics.
Q: How do SDRs impact global finance?
A: SDRs can help countries manage balance of payments, supplement official reserves, and provide additional liquidity during financial stress.
Q: What limitations exist in this data?
A: The data represents a snapshot of reserve assets and may not capture all nuanced changes in global financial markets.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Other: Special Drawing Rights Certificate Account: Change in Week Average from Year Ago Week Average [RESPPASXAWXCH52NWW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025