Liabilities and Capital: Liabilities: Other Liabilities and Accrued Dividends (Includes the Liability for Earnings Remittances Due to the U.S. Treasury): Wednesday Level
WLAD • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-228,252.00
Year-over-Year Change
4.29%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the Federal Reserve's other liabilities and accrued dividends, including earnings remittances due to the U.S. Treasury on a weekly basis. It provides insight into the Federal Reserve's financial obligations and accounting mechanisms.
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 WLAD series represents a detailed accounting of the Federal Reserve's secondary financial commitments beyond core balance sheet items. Economists use this data to understand the nuanced financial flows and potential fiscal transfers within the U.S. monetary system.
Methodology
Data is collected and reported weekly by the Federal Reserve, tracking various non-primary liability categories and accrued financial obligations.
Historical Context
This metric is used in comprehensive monetary policy analysis and helps researchers understand the Federal Reserve's broader financial positioning.
Key Facts
- Tracks weekly Federal Reserve liability measurements
- Includes earnings remittances to the U.S. Treasury
- Provides granular insight into Fed financial flows
FAQs
Q: What does the WLAD series specifically measure?
A: The WLAD tracks the Federal Reserve's other liabilities and accrued dividends, including earnings remittances to the U.S. Treasury on a weekly basis.
Q: Why are these liability measurements important?
A: These measurements provide transparency into the Federal Reserve's financial obligations and help economists understand broader monetary system dynamics.
Q: How often is WLAD data updated?
A: The WLAD series is updated weekly, providing current snapshots of the Federal Reserve's financial positioning.
Q: Who uses this economic indicator?
A: Economists, financial analysts, policymakers, and researchers use this data to assess the Federal Reserve's financial health and monetary policy implications.
Q: What are the limitations of the WLAD series?
A: While comprehensive, the WLAD series is a snapshot of liabilities and does not provide complete context of the entire Federal Reserve balance sheet.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Liabilities and Capital: Liabilities: Other Liabilities and Accrued Dividends (Includes the Liability for Earnings Remittances Due to the U.S. Treasury): Wednesday Level [WLAD], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025