Liabilities and Capital: Other Factors Draining Reserve Balances: Other Liabilities and Capital: Wednesday Level

WOLCL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

-182,509.00

Year-over-Year Change

4.58%

Date Range

6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025

Summary

This economic indicator tracks other liabilities and capital factors that impact reserve balances in the U.S. banking system on a weekly basis. It provides insights into the complex financial dynamics affecting monetary reserves and banking system liquidity.

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 non-standard balance sheet components that influence total reserve balances beyond traditional assets and liabilities. Economists use this metric to understand nuanced changes in financial institution balance sheets and potential monetary policy implications.

Methodology

Data is collected and reported weekly by the Federal Reserve, tracking specific non-core balance sheet items that affect overall reserve levels.

Historical Context

This trend helps policymakers and financial analysts assess underlying shifts in banking system capital and potential monetary policy adjustments.

Key Facts

  • Tracks weekly changes in non-standard banking system liabilities
  • Provides granular insight into financial system capital dynamics
  • Part of the Federal Reserve's comprehensive monetary data reporting

FAQs

Q: What does WOLCL specifically measure?

A: WOLCL measures other liabilities and capital factors that drain reserve balances in the U.S. banking system on a weekly basis.

Q: Why are these reserve balance factors important?

A: These factors help economists and policymakers understand subtle shifts in banking system liquidity and potential monetary policy implications.

Q: How frequently is this data updated?

A: The WOLCL data is updated weekly, providing a current snapshot of banking system capital dynamics.

Q: Who uses this economic indicator?

A: Federal Reserve analysts, economists, financial researchers, and monetary policy strategists use this indicator to assess banking system health.

Q: What are the limitations of this data?

A: The data represents a specific subset of banking system factors and should be analyzed in conjunction with other monetary and financial indicators.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Liabilities and Capital: Other Factors Draining Reserve Balances: Other Liabilities and Capital: Wednesday Level [WOLCL], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025

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