Weekly
VAULTSURW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
95,313.00
Year-over-Year Change
-8.15%
Date Range
7/18/2001 - 9/9/2020
Summary
The VAULTSURW series tracks weekly vault cash holdings by U.S. financial institutions. This metric provides insights into liquidity management and short-term cash flow dynamics within the banking 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
Vault cash represents physical currency held by banks and credit unions as part of their reserve requirements and operational liquidity. Economists analyze this trend to understand banking sector cash management strategies and potential indicators of economic stress or consumer banking activity.
Methodology
Data is collected through mandatory Federal Reserve reporting requirements from financial institutions across the United States.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by monetary policy analysts to assess banking system liquidity, cash circulation patterns, and potential signals of economic sentiment.
Key Facts
- Represents physical currency held by financial institutions
- Part of broader monetary supply and banking system analysis
- Reflects short-term cash management strategies
FAQs
Q: What does vault cash represent?
A: Vault cash is physical currency held by banks for daily transactions and meeting customer withdrawal needs. It is a component of a bank's liquid assets.
Q: Why do economists track vault cash?
A: Tracking vault cash helps understand banking liquidity, potential economic stress, and consumer banking behavior patterns.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The VAULTSURW series is updated weekly, providing current insights into banking system cash holdings.
Q: How does vault cash relate to monetary policy?
A: Vault cash is considered part of a bank's required reserves and can indicate broader monetary circulation and banking system health.
Q: What are the limitations of vault cash data?
A: While informative, vault cash alone cannot provide a complete picture of banking system liquidity or economic conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Weekly [VAULTSURW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025