Reverse Repurchase Agreements: Mortgage-Backed Securities Sold by the Federal Reserve in the Temporary Open Market Operations
RRPMBSD • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.04
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
12/17/2020 - 10/16/2024
Summary
The Reverse Repurchase Agreements: Mortgage-Backed Securities Sold by the Federal Reserve in the Temporary Open Market Operations (RRPMBSD) tracks the volume of short-term securities transactions by the Federal Reserve. This metric provides critical insight into monetary policy implementation and liquidity management in the financial system.
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
This trend represents a key monetary policy tool where the Federal Reserve temporarily sells mortgage-backed securities with an agreement to repurchase them later, helping to manage short-term interest rates and banking system liquidity. Economists closely monitor these transactions as indicators of monetary policy stance and financial market conditions.
Methodology
Data is collected through direct reporting from Federal Reserve open market operations and compiled using standardized financial transaction tracking protocols.
Historical Context
This metric is used by policymakers, financial analysts, and economists to assess monetary policy effectiveness and short-term market liquidity dynamics.
Key Facts
- Represents short-term securities transactions by the Federal Reserve
- Helps manage banking system liquidity and interest rates
- Provides insights into monetary policy implementation
FAQs
Q: What does RRPMBSD measure?
A: RRPMBSD measures the volume of mortgage-backed securities temporarily sold by the Federal Reserve with an agreement to repurchase them later.
Q: Why are reverse repurchase agreements important?
A: They help the Federal Reserve manage short-term interest rates and provide liquidity to the financial system.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a daily or weekly basis, reflecting the dynamic nature of monetary policy operations.
Q: How do economists use this data?
A: Economists analyze RRPMBSD to understand monetary policy implementation and assess short-term market conditions.
Q: What are the limitations of this metric?
A: The data provides a snapshot of temporary transactions and should be interpreted alongside other monetary and financial indicators.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Reverse Repurchase Agreements: Mortgage-Backed Securities Sold by the Federal Reserve in the Temporary Open Market Operations [RRPMBSD], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025