Assets: Securities Held Outright: U.S. Treasury Securities: Maturing in over 1 Year to 5 Years: Wednesday Level
TREAS1T5 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,426,311.00
Year-over-Year Change
-2.37%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the volume of U.S. Treasury securities held by the Federal Reserve with maturities between 1 and 5 years. It provides critical insight into monetary policy implementation and government debt management strategies.
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 component of the Federal Reserve's balance sheet, reflecting its holdings of medium-term Treasury securities. Economists analyze this trend to understand monetary policy stance, liquidity conditions, and potential market interventions.
Methodology
Data is collected weekly by the Federal Reserve, tracking the total par value of Treasury securities with maturities ranging from 1 to 5 years held outright by the central bank.
Historical Context
This metric is crucial for assessing monetary policy transmission, potential market interventions, and the Fed's approach to managing government debt and financial system liquidity.
Key Facts
- Represents medium-term Treasury securities held by the Federal Reserve
- Updated weekly to reflect current monetary policy stance
- Provides insight into government debt management strategies
FAQs
Q: What does TREAS1T5 specifically measure?
A: TREAS1T5 tracks the total value of U.S. Treasury securities with maturities between 1 and 5 years held by the Federal Reserve on a weekly basis.
Q: Why are these Treasury holdings important?
A: These holdings indicate the Federal Reserve's monetary policy approach and its role in managing government debt and financial market liquidity.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The TREAS1T5 series is updated weekly, typically on Wednesdays, providing a current snapshot of the Fed's Treasury securities portfolio.
Q: How do economists use this data?
A: Economists analyze this trend to understand monetary policy implementation, assess market conditions, and predict potential financial interventions.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The data only represents Treasury securities and does not include other types of assets or the full complexity of the Federal Reserve's balance sheet.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Securities Held Outright: U.S. Treasury Securities: Maturing in over 1 Year to 5 Years: Wednesday Level [TREAS1T5], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025