Assets: Securities Held Outright: U.S. Treasury Securities: Bills: Week Average
WSHOBA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
195,493.00
Year-over-Year Change
0.04%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the weekly average of U.S. Treasury bills held by the Federal Reserve as part of its balance sheet management. It provides insight into monetary policy implementation and short-term government debt holdings.
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 Federal Reserve's holdings of short-term Treasury securities with maturities of one year or less, which are crucial for understanding monetary policy operations and liquidity management. Economists use this data to assess the central bank's monetary stance and short-term financial market conditions.
Methodology
Data is collected weekly by the Federal Reserve, measuring the total value of Treasury bills held outright in the central bank's securities portfolio.
Historical Context
This metric is critical for analyzing monetary policy, assessing market liquidity, and understanding the Federal Reserve's balance sheet strategies.
Key Facts
- Represents weekly average of Fed-held Treasury bills
- Indicates short-term monetary policy positioning
- Part of broader Federal Reserve balance sheet analysis
FAQs
Q: What are Treasury bills?
A: Treasury bills are short-term government debt securities with maturities of one year or less, issued by the U.S. Treasury to fund government operations.
Q: Why does the Federal Reserve hold Treasury bills?
A: The Fed holds Treasury bills to manage monetary policy, provide market liquidity, and implement open market operations that influence interest rates and economic conditions.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The WSHOBA series is typically updated weekly, reflecting the most current Federal Reserve holdings of Treasury bills.
Q: What does this trend tell economists?
A: This trend provides insights into the Federal Reserve's monetary policy stance, short-term market liquidity, and potential economic interventions.
Q: Are there limitations to this data?
A: The data represents a snapshot of Fed holdings and should be analyzed alongside other economic indicators for comprehensive monetary policy understanding.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Securities Held Outright: U.S. Treasury Securities: Bills: Week Average [WSHOBA], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025