Liabilities and Capital: Other Factors Draining Reserve Balances: Other Liabilities and Capital: Week Average

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

Latest Value

-185.80

Year-over-Year Change

4.63%

Date Range

6/7/2006 - 7/30/2025

Summary

This economic indicator tracks other liabilities and capital factors that impact reserve balances in the U.S. banking system. It provides insights into the complex financial dynamics affecting monetary reserves and banking 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 metric represents non-standard financial elements that drain or modify reserve balances beyond typical banking transactions. Economists use this data to understand underlying shifts in financial system composition and potential monetary policy implications.

Methodology

Data is collected and averaged weekly by the Federal Reserve through comprehensive banking system reporting and financial institution balance sheet analysis.

Historical Context

This trend is critically analyzed by monetary policymakers to assess broader financial system health and potential systemic liquidity pressures.

Key Facts

  • Represents weekly average of non-standard financial factors affecting bank reserves
  • Provides granular insight into banking system complexity
  • Helps economists understand potential monetary system pressures

FAQs

Q: What does WOTHLIAB specifically measure?

A: WOTHLIAB tracks other liabilities and capital factors that impact reserve balances in the banking system beyond standard transactions.

Q: Why is this indicator important?

A: It helps economists and policymakers understand underlying shifts in financial system composition and potential monetary policy implications.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: The data is collected and averaged on a weekly basis by the Federal Reserve.

Q: Who uses this economic indicator?

A: Monetary policymakers, economists, financial analysts, and researchers use this data to assess banking system health.

Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?

A: While valuable, it represents a snapshot of complex financial dynamics and should be analyzed alongside other monetary and economic indicators.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Liabilities and Capital: Other Factors Draining Reserve Balances: Other Liabilities and Capital: Week Average [WOTHLIAB], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025