Memorandum Items: Securities Lent to Dealers: Overnight Facility, U.S. Treasury Securities: Wednesday Level
WSDTREAL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
32,854.00
Year-over-Year Change
-8.70%
Date Range
6/7/2006 - 7/30/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the overnight lending of U.S. Treasury securities by dealers, providing insight into short-term financial market liquidity and lending dynamics. The metric is crucial for understanding the daily operational mechanisms of securities markets and potential stress points in financial intermediation.
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 the volume of Treasury securities temporarily transferred between financial institutions on a daily basis, typically for short-term trading and market-making purposes. Economists and market analysts use this data to assess market efficiency, funding conditions, and potential systemic risks in the securities lending ecosystem.
Methodology
Data is collected by the Federal Reserve through direct reporting from primary dealers and financial institutions participating in overnight securities lending markets.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by policymakers and central bank officials to monitor financial market liquidity, assess potential systemic risks, and understand short-term funding dynamics.
Key Facts
- Measures the volume of U.S. Treasury securities lent overnight between dealers
- Provides real-time insight into short-term financial market dynamics
- Reflects market liquidity and potential funding pressures
FAQs
Q: What does this indicator reveal about financial markets?
A: It shows the volume of Treasury securities being temporarily transferred between dealers, indicating market liquidity and potential funding conditions.
Q: Why are overnight securities lending volumes important?
A: They provide insights into market efficiency, trading dynamics, and potential stress points in financial intermediation.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically reported on a weekly basis, specifically capturing Wednesday's lending levels.
Q: What can unusual changes in this indicator suggest?
A: Significant fluctuations might signal emerging market tensions, liquidity constraints, or changes in trading strategies.
Q: Who primarily uses this economic indicator?
A: Central bankers, financial regulators, market analysts, and institutional investors monitor this data for market insights.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Memorandum Items: Securities Lent to Dealers: Overnight Facility, U.S. Treasury Securities: Wednesday Level [WSDTREAL], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025