Assets: Other: Repurchase Agreements: Week Average
WREPO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
-93.33%
Date Range
6/7/2006 - 7/30/2025
Summary
Repurchase agreements (repos) represent short-term borrowing in financial markets where securities are sold with an agreement to repurchase them later. This metric tracks the weekly average of these transactions, providing insight into liquidity and short-term credit conditions in the financial system.
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
Repos are crucial financial instruments used by banks, financial institutions, and the Federal Reserve to manage short-term funding and monetary policy. Economists closely monitor these agreements as they reflect market liquidity, lending conditions, and potential stress in the financial system.
Methodology
The data is collected by aggregating daily repurchase agreement transactions and calculating their weekly average across participating financial institutions.
Historical Context
Central banks and policymakers use this trend to assess market liquidity, implement monetary policy, and monitor potential financial system risks.
Key Facts
- Repos are typically very short-term, often overnight or within a few days
- They serve as a critical mechanism for managing short-term cash needs in financial markets
- The volume of repos can indicate overall market confidence and liquidity conditions
FAQs
Q: What exactly is a repurchase agreement?
A: A repurchase agreement is a short-term borrowing transaction where one party sells securities and agrees to buy them back at a slightly higher price, effectively creating a collateralized loan.
Q: Why do financial institutions use repos?
A: Repos provide a quick way to raise short-term capital, manage liquidity, and maintain required reserve levels while using securities as collateral.
Q: How frequently is WREPO data updated?
A: The WREPO series is typically updated weekly, reflecting the most recent short-term lending activities in financial markets.
Q: What can changes in repo volumes indicate?
A: Significant changes in repo volumes can signal shifts in market liquidity, potential financial stress, or changes in monetary policy expectations.
Q: Are there limitations to interpreting WREPO data?
A: While valuable, WREPO data should be analyzed alongside other financial indicators to provide a comprehensive view of market conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Other: Repurchase Agreements: Week Average [WREPO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025