Assets: Other: Special Drawing Rights Certificate Account: Change in Wednesday Level from Previous Wednesday Level
RESPPASXCH1NWW • 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 the weekly change in the U.S. Special Drawing Rights (SDR) Certificate Account at the Federal Reserve. It provides insight into international monetary reserve management 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
The SDR Certificate Account represents a unique international reserve asset created by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to supplement member countries' official reserves. Economists analyze these changes as a potential signal of international monetary system dynamics and cross-border financial movements.
Methodology
The data is calculated by comparing the Wednesday level of the SDR Certificate Account to the previous Wednesday's level, capturing week-to-week variations in this specialized financial instrument.
Historical Context
This metric is used by central bankers, international financial analysts, and policymakers to understand potential shifts in global monetary reserves and international financial system stability.
Key Facts
- SDRs are an international reserve asset created by the IMF in 1969
- The certificate account represents a specific mechanism for managing these reserve assets
- Changes reflect potential shifts in international monetary system dynamics
FAQs
Q: What are Special Drawing Rights (SDRs)?
A: SDRs are an international reserve asset created by the IMF to supplement member countries' official reserves. They represent a potential claim on freely usable currencies of IMF members.
Q: How do SDR Certificate Account changes impact global finance?
A: Fluctuations can signal shifts in international monetary reserves and potential changes in global financial liquidity. They provide insights into how countries manage their international financial positions.
Q: Who tracks this specific economic indicator?
A: Central banks, international financial institutions, economic researchers, and monetary policy analysts closely monitor SDR Certificate Account changes for insights into global financial trends.
Q: What makes this indicator important for policymakers?
A: It offers a nuanced view of international monetary reserves and potential systemic changes in global financial infrastructure, helping inform strategic economic decision-making.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated weekly, with changes measured between consecutive Wednesdays, 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 Wednesday Level from Previous Wednesday Level [RESPPASXCH1NWW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025