Assets: Central Bank Liquidity Swaps: Central Bank Liquidity Swaps: Maturing Within 15 Days: Wednesday Level
SWP15 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
50.00
Year-over-Year Change
66.67%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
Central Bank Liquidity Swaps measure short-term financial arrangements between central banks to provide emergency dollar funding during global financial stress. This metric helps track international monetary cooperation and potential systemic financial risks.
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
These swaps represent temporary currency exchange agreements that allow central banks to access foreign currency reserves during periods of market disruption. Economists closely monitor these swaps as indicators of global financial system stability and potential cross-border liquidity challenges.
Methodology
Data is collected and reported weekly by the Federal Reserve, tracking the total value of short-term liquidity swap arrangements maturing within 15 days.
Historical Context
Policymakers and financial analysts use this data to assess international financial market stress and potential systemic risks in the global banking system.
Key Facts
- Swaps provide emergency dollar funding between central banks
- Typically used during periods of financial market stress
- Helps maintain international financial system stability
FAQs
Q: What are Central Bank Liquidity Swaps?
A: These are temporary currency exchange agreements between central banks to provide emergency funding and maintain financial market stability during periods of stress.
Q: Why do central banks use these swaps?
A: Swaps help manage short-term currency liquidity needs and prevent potential financial market disruptions by ensuring access to critical funding.
Q: How often is SWP15 data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a weekly basis, reflecting the most recent central bank liquidity swap arrangements.
Q: What does a high SWP15 value indicate?
A: A high value may suggest increased financial market stress or heightened international monetary coordination efforts.
Q: Are these swaps permanent arrangements?
A: No, these are temporary, short-term arrangements designed to address specific financial market conditions and potential liquidity challenges.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Central Bank Liquidity Swaps: Central Bank Liquidity Swaps: Maturing Within 15 Days: Wednesday Level [SWP15], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025