Memorandum Items: Securities Lent to Dealers: Overnight Facility: Wednesday Level
WSDONTL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
29,980.00
Year-over-Year Change
-20.60%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the volume of securities lent by dealers in overnight transactions on a Wednesday basis. It provides insights into short-term liquidity and lending dynamics within financial markets.
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 the total value of securities temporarily transferred between financial institutions for overnight lending purposes. Economists use this data to assess market liquidity, financial system stress, and short-term funding conditions.
Methodology
Data is collected by the Federal Reserve through direct reporting from financial institutions participating in overnight securities lending facilities.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers and market analysts to understand short-term credit markets and potential systemic financial risks.
Key Facts
- Measures Wednesday-level securities lending volumes
- Indicates short-term financial market liquidity
- Provides insights into inter-dealer lending dynamics
FAQs
Q: What does this indicator reveal about financial markets?
A: It shows the volume of securities temporarily transferred between dealers, indicating market liquidity and short-term funding conditions.
Q: Why is Wednesday specifically chosen for this measurement?
A: Wednesday provides a mid-week snapshot that can be representative of broader market lending trends and financial system dynamics.
Q: How do changes in this metric impact financial markets?
A: Significant fluctuations can signal potential stress or ease in short-term credit markets, influencing monetary policy considerations.
Q: Who primarily uses this economic indicator?
A: Central bankers, financial regulators, market analysts, and economic researchers use this data to assess financial system health.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically reported weekly, providing a consistent snapshot of overnight securities lending activity.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Memorandum Items: Securities Lent to Dealers: Overnight Facility: Wednesday Level [WSDONTL], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025