Collateralization of Currency: Holdings Against Federal Reserve Notes: Collateral Held Against Federal Reserve Notes: U.S. Treasury, Agency Debt, and Mortgage-Backed Securities Pledged: Wednesday Level
RESPPNTEPPNWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2,327,313.00
Year-over-Year Change
0.90%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the collateral held against Federal Reserve notes, specifically U.S. Treasury, agency debt, and mortgage-backed securities pledged on a weekly basis. It provides insight into the Federal Reserve's monetary policy mechanisms and the backing of circulating currency.
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 trend represents the financial assets pledged to support the issuance of Federal Reserve notes, demonstrating the central bank's approach to maintaining currency stability. Economists use this data to understand the Federal Reserve's balance sheet composition and monetary policy strategies.
Methodology
Data is collected weekly by the Federal Reserve, tracking the market value of securities pledged as collateral against circulating currency.
Historical Context
This metric is crucial for analyzing monetary policy, financial system stability, and the Federal Reserve's asset management approach.
Key Facts
- Tracks weekly collateral backing Federal Reserve notes
- Includes U.S. Treasury, agency debt, and mortgage-backed securities
- Provides transparency into Federal Reserve asset management
FAQs
Q: What does collateralization of currency mean?
A: Collateralization means securing currency issuance with valuable financial assets like Treasury securities and mortgage-backed securities to ensure stability and confidence in the monetary system.
Q: Why is this data important?
A: It provides insight into the Federal Reserve's balance sheet and demonstrates the financial backing of circulating currency, which is crucial for maintaining economic stability.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is collected and updated on a weekly basis, specifically tracking the Wednesday level of collateral holdings.
Q: What types of securities are included in this collateral?
A: The collateral includes U.S. Treasury securities, agency debt, and mortgage-backed securities pledged against Federal Reserve notes.
Q: How does this relate to monetary policy?
A: This metric helps economists and policymakers understand the Federal Reserve's approach to managing currency issuance and maintaining financial system confidence.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Collateralization of Currency: Holdings Against Federal Reserve Notes: Collateral Held Against Federal Reserve Notes: U.S. Treasury, Agency Debt, and Mortgage-Backed Securities Pledged: Wednesday Level [RESPPNTEPPNWW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025