Assets: Other Factors Supplying Reserve Balances: Reserve Bank Credit: Week Average
WRESCRT • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
6,592.72
Year-over-Year Change
-1.09%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the weekly average of reserve bank credit, which represents the total assets held by Federal Reserve Banks. It provides crucial insights into monetary policy implementation and the central bank's balance sheet management.
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
Reserve bank credit reflects the Federal Reserve's lending and asset acquisition activities, including discount window loans, securities purchases, and other financial instruments. Economists closely monitor this metric to understand monetary policy stance and potential economic interventions.
Methodology
The data is collected weekly by the Federal Reserve and represents the aggregate value of assets on the central bank's balance sheet, calculated as a seven-day moving average.
Historical Context
This trend is critical for analyzing monetary policy, understanding liquidity conditions, and assessing the Federal Reserve's economic stabilization efforts.
Key Facts
- Represents total assets held by Federal Reserve Banks
- Updated on a weekly basis
- Crucial for understanding monetary policy implementation
FAQs
Q: What does reserve bank credit indicate?
A: Reserve bank credit shows the total assets held by the Federal Reserve, reflecting its monetary policy actions and financial system interventions.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The WRESCRT series is updated weekly, providing a current snapshot of the Federal Reserve's balance sheet.
Q: Why do economists track this metric?
A: Economists use this indicator to assess monetary policy stance, liquidity conditions, and potential economic interventions by the central bank.
Q: How does reserve bank credit impact financial markets?
A: Changes in reserve bank credit can signal shifts in monetary policy that may influence interest rates, lending conditions, and overall economic activity.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: While informative, this metric provides a snapshot of the Fed's balance sheet and should be analyzed alongside other economic indicators for comprehensive insights.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Other Factors Supplying Reserve Balances: Reserve Bank Credit: Week Average [WRESCRT], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025