Memorandum Items: Custody Holdings: Other Securities: Week Average
WSEFINO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
80,777.00
Year-over-Year Change
-4.52%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
The 'Memorandum Items: Custody Holdings: Other Securities: Week Average' tracks weekly custody holdings of securities by financial institutions. This metric provides insights into financial market liquidity and institutional investment patterns.
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
This economic indicator represents the average weekly value of securities held in custody by financial institutions, reflecting broader investment trends and portfolio management strategies. Economists use this data to understand institutional investment behavior and potential market shifts.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive reporting by financial institutions and aggregated by the Federal Reserve on a weekly basis.
Historical Context
This trend is used in macroeconomic analysis to assess financial market dynamics, institutional investment strategies, and potential economic indicators.
Key Facts
- Represents weekly average of securities held in custody
- Provides insights into institutional investment patterns
- Tracked and reported by the Federal Reserve
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures the weekly average of securities held in custody by financial institutions, reflecting investment trends and market liquidity.
Q: Why are custody holdings important?
A: Custody holdings provide insights into institutional investment strategies and can signal broader economic and market trends.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is collected and reported on a weekly basis by the Federal Reserve.
Q: How do economists use this information?
A: Economists analyze this data to understand market dynamics, investment patterns, and potential economic shifts.
Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?
A: The data represents a snapshot of custody holdings and should be considered alongside other economic indicators for comprehensive analysis.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Memorandum Items: Custody Holdings: Other Securities: Week Average [WSEFINO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025