Assets: Liquidity and Credit Facilities: Loans: Wednesday Level
WLCFLL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
6,316.00
Year-over-Year Change
57.94%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
The WLCFLL series tracks the weekly level of loans within liquidity and credit facilities managed by the Federal Reserve. This metric provides critical insight into short-term lending dynamics and financial system liquidity during various economic conditions.
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
This economic indicator represents the total volume of loans extended through the Federal Reserve's specialized lending programs on a given Wednesday. Economists use this data to assess banking system stress, credit market conditions, and potential monetary policy interventions.
Methodology
Data is collected directly by the Federal Reserve through comprehensive reporting from financial institutions participating in liquidity and credit facilities.
Historical Context
Policymakers and financial analysts use this trend to evaluate the effectiveness of emergency lending programs and overall financial market stability.
Key Facts
- Tracks weekly loan levels in Federal Reserve credit programs
- Provides real-time insight into financial system liquidity
- Crucial during economic stress or market disruptions
FAQs
Q: What does the WLCFLL series measure?
A: It measures the total value of loans within the Federal Reserve's liquidity and credit facilities on a specific Wednesday each week.
Q: Why is this data important?
A: The series helps economists and policymakers understand credit market conditions and potential financial system stress.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated weekly, typically reflecting loan levels on a specific Wednesday of each reporting period.
Q: How do policymakers use this information?
A: They use it to assess the need for monetary interventions and to gauge the overall health of financial lending markets.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The series only captures a snapshot of loan levels and may not reflect continuous market dynamics between reporting periods.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Liquidity and Credit Facilities: Loans: Wednesday Level [WLCFLL], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025