Assets: Securities Held Outright: U.S. Treasury Securities: Bills: Wednesday Level
WSHOBL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
195,493.00
Year-over-Year Change
0.04%
Date Range
6/7/2006 - 7/30/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the Wednesday-level holdings of U.S. Treasury Bills by the Federal Reserve, reflecting short-term government debt management. It provides critical insight into monetary policy implementation and the Fed's balance sheet dynamics.
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 total value of Treasury Bills held directly by the Federal Reserve on a weekly basis, serving as a key metric for understanding liquidity and monetary policy interventions. Economists closely monitor these holdings to assess the central bank's monetary stance and potential market interventions.
Methodology
Data is collected through the Federal Reserve's weekly balance sheet reporting, capturing the precise value of Treasury Bills held outright at a specific point each Wednesday.
Historical Context
This metric is crucial for analyzing monetary policy, assessing market liquidity, and understanding the Federal Reserve's short-term debt management strategies.
Key Facts
- Represents weekly snapshot of Fed's Treasury Bill holdings
- Provides insight into short-term monetary policy implementation
- Reflects central bank's balance sheet management strategy
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. Department of the Treasury to fund government operations.
Q: Why does the Federal Reserve hold Treasury Bills?
A: The Fed holds Treasury Bills as part of its monetary policy operations, managing liquidity, influencing interest rates, and supporting financial market stability.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The WSHOBL series is updated weekly, typically reflecting the Wednesday holdings of U.S. Treasury Bills by the Federal Reserve.
Q: What does this trend indicate about monetary policy?
A: Changes in Treasury Bill holdings can signal the Federal Reserve's approach to managing money supply, interest rates, and overall economic conditions.
Q: Are there limitations to this data?
A: The data provides a snapshot of 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: Wednesday Level [WSHOBL], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025