Liabilities and Capital: Liabilities: Reverse Repurchase Agreements: Foreign Official and International Accounts: Wednesday Level
WLRRAFOIAL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
370,200.00
Year-over-Year Change
0.14%
Date Range
6/7/2006 - 7/30/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the level of reverse repurchase agreements held by foreign official and international accounts on a weekly basis. It provides insight into global financial liquidity and cross-border monetary interactions.
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 metric of short-term financial transactions between the U.S. Federal Reserve and international monetary authorities. Economists use this data to understand international capital flows and central bank monetary management strategies.
Methodology
Data is collected weekly by the Federal Reserve through direct reporting from financial institutions and central bank transactions.
Historical Context
This indicator is used in macroeconomic analysis to assess international financial market dynamics and potential shifts in global monetary policy.
Key Facts
- Measures weekly reverse repo agreements with foreign official accounts
- Provides snapshot of international monetary interactions
- Reflects short-term financial market liquidity conditions
FAQs
Q: What are reverse repurchase agreements?
A: Reverse repurchase agreements are short-term financial transactions where one party sells securities to another with an agreement to repurchase them later at a higher price.
Q: Why do foreign official accounts use reverse repos?
A: Foreign official accounts use reverse repos to manage liquidity, earn short-term returns, and maintain financial flexibility in international markets.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is updated weekly, typically on Wednesday, providing a current snapshot of international financial transactions.
Q: What does this indicator tell economists?
A: This indicator helps economists understand international capital flows, monetary policy interactions, and short-term financial market conditions.
Q: Are there limitations to this data?
A: The data represents a specific moment in time and should be analyzed alongside other economic indicators for comprehensive insights.
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Liabilities and Capital: Liabilities: Reverse Repurchase Agreements: Change in Week Average from Previous Week Average
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Liabilities and Capital: Liabilities: Reverse Repurchase Agreements: Foreign Official and International Accounts: Wednesday Level [WLRRAFOIAL], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025