Assets: Securities Held Outright: Federal Agency Debt Securities: Wednesday Level
WSHOFADSL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2,347.00
Year-over-Year Change
0.00%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the total value of federal agency debt securities held by the Federal Reserve on a weekly basis. It provides insight into the central bank's balance sheet composition and monetary policy stance.
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
Federal agency debt securities represent bonds issued by government-sponsored enterprises like Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Economists analyze this metric to understand the Federal Reserve's investment strategy and its potential impact on financial markets.
Methodology
Data is collected and reported by the Federal Reserve, tracking the Wednesday balance of agency debt securities held outright by the central bank.
Historical Context
This trend is used in macroeconomic analysis to assess monetary policy implementation and the Fed's financial asset management.
Key Facts
- Represents weekly holdings of federal agency debt by the Federal Reserve
- Includes securities from government-sponsored enterprises
- Provides insight into central bank balance sheet management
FAQs
Q: What are federal agency debt securities?
A: These are bonds issued by government-sponsored enterprises like Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, which are not direct obligations of the U.S. Treasury.
Q: Why does the Federal Reserve hold these securities?
A: The Fed may purchase these securities as part of its monetary policy strategy to support financial markets and manage economic conditions.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is updated weekly, specifically tracking the balance on Wednesday of each week.
Q: How do these securities impact the broader economy?
A: These holdings can influence interest rates, credit availability, and overall financial market liquidity.
Q: Are these securities considered risk-free?
A: While backed by government-sponsored enterprises, these securities are not direct U.S. government obligations and carry some level of credit risk.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Securities Held Outright: Federal Agency Debt Securities: Wednesday Level [WSHOFADSL], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025