Assets: Other: Special Drawing Rights Certificate Account: Change in Wednesday Level from Year Ago Level
RESPPASXCH52NWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
-50.00%
Date Range
6/7/2006 - 7/30/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the weekly change in Special Drawing Rights (SDR) Certificate Account levels compared to the previous year. It provides insights into international monetary system dynamics and potential shifts in global financial reserves.
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 analyze this trend to understand potential changes in global liquidity and international monetary interactions.
Methodology
The data is collected weekly by the Federal Reserve, measuring the net change in SDR Certificate Account levels compared to the same week in the previous year.
Historical Context
This metric is used by central bankers and international financial analysts to assess global monetary system stability and potential shifts in international reserve management.
Key Facts
- SDRs are an international reserve asset created by the IMF
- The indicator tracks weekly changes in SDR Certificate Account levels
- Provides insights into global monetary system dynamics
FAQs
Q: What are Special Drawing Rights?
A: Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) 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 help stabilize the international monetary system by providing additional liquidity and serving as a potential alternative to traditional reserve currencies like the US dollar.
Q: How is this data calculated?
A: The data is calculated by comparing the current week's SDR Certificate Account level to the same week's level from the previous year, showing the net change in reserves.
Q: Who uses this economic indicator?
A: Central bankers, international financial institutions, and economic policymakers use this indicator to assess global monetary system stability and potential shifts in international reserve management.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is updated weekly, providing a frequent and current snapshot of changes in Special Drawing Rights Certificate Account levels.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Other: Special Drawing Rights Certificate Account: Change in Wednesday Level from Year Ago Level [RESPPASXCH52NWW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025