Treasury and Agency Securities: Non-MBS, All Commercial Banks

TNMACBW027SBOG • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

1,952.64

Year-over-Year Change

4.61%

Date Range

7/1/2009 - 8/20/2025

Summary

This economic indicator tracks the total value of Treasury and Agency securities held by all commercial banks in the United States, excluding mortgage-backed securities. It provides critical insight into bank investment strategies and overall financial system 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 series represents a key measure of bank portfolio composition and risk management in the financial sector. Economists analyze these holdings to understand bank investment preferences, potential monetary policy impacts, and broader economic trends.

Methodology

Data is collected through regulatory reporting requirements from commercial banks to the Federal Reserve, tracking their securities holdings on a weekly basis.

Historical Context

This metric is used by policymakers and analysts to assess bank risk management, monetary policy transmission, and potential shifts in financial market dynamics.

Key Facts

  • Represents non-mortgage-backed securities held by commercial banks
  • Provides insight into bank investment strategies
  • Reflects potential changes in financial market conditions

FAQs

Q: What types of securities are included in this trend?

A: The trend includes Treasury and Agency securities excluding mortgage-backed securities, such as government bonds and federal agency debt.

Q: Why do banks hold these securities?

A: Banks hold these securities for liquidity management, income generation, and as a low-risk investment option to balance their portfolio.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: The data is typically updated weekly by the Federal Reserve, providing a current snapshot of bank securities holdings.

Q: How does this trend relate to monetary policy?

A: Changes in these holdings can indicate banks' responses to monetary policy shifts and overall economic conditions.

Q: What are the limitations of this data?

A: The trend only covers commercial banks and does not include other financial institutions or investment types.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Treasury and Agency Securities: Non-MBS, All Commercial Banks [TNMACBW027SBOG], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025