Liabilities and Capital: Liabilities: Deferred Availability Cash Items (Less Eliminations from Consolidation): Wednesday Level
WLDACLC • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
419.00
Year-over-Year Change
-11.60%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks deferred availability cash items on bank balance sheets, providing insight into short-term financial liquidity and banking system dynamics. It represents a critical measure of temporary financial obligations and cash management strategies within the banking sector.
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 measures cash items that are not immediately available for use, reflecting temporary financial constraints and inter-bank settlement processes. Economists analyze this metric to understand short-term financial flexibility and potential liquidity pressures in the banking system.
Methodology
Data is collected by the Federal Reserve through comprehensive bank reporting and consolidated financial statements on a weekly basis.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by financial regulators and monetary policy makers to assess banking system liquidity and potential short-term financial risks.
Key Facts
- Tracks temporary financial obligations in the banking system
- Reported on a weekly Wednesday level basis
- Provides insight into short-term financial dynamics
FAQs
Q: What does 'deferred availability cash items' mean?
A: These are financial items not immediately available for use, representing temporary holding periods or settlement processes in banking transactions.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated weekly, specifically on Wednesday levels, providing a consistent snapshot of banking liquidity.
Q: Why do economists track this indicator?
A: It helps assess short-term financial system health, potential liquidity constraints, and inter-bank financial dynamics.
Q: How does this relate to monetary policy?
A: The indicator provides insights into banking system liquidity that can inform Federal Reserve monetary policy decisions.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The data represents a snapshot in time and should be analyzed alongside other financial indicators for comprehensive understanding.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Liabilities and Capital: Liabilities: Deferred Availability Cash Items (Less Eliminations from Consolidation): Wednesday Level [WLDACLC], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025