Assets: Securities Held Outright: U.S. Treasury Securities: Notes and Bonds, Inflation-Indexed: Week Average
WSHONBIIA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
309,427.00
Year-over-Year Change
-1.38%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the weekly average of inflation-indexed U.S. Treasury notes and bonds held by the Federal Reserve. It provides insight into monetary policy and government debt management strategies.
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 inflation-protected securities, which are designed to preserve purchasing power during periods of economic uncertainty. Economists use this data to understand monetary policy implementation and potential inflationary pressures.
Methodology
Data is collected through weekly Federal Reserve balance sheet reporting and aggregated as a weekly average of inflation-indexed Treasury securities.
Historical Context
This metric is crucial for analyzing central bank asset management, monetary policy effectiveness, and potential economic stabilization efforts.
Key Facts
- Represents inflation-protected securities held by the Federal Reserve
- Provides weekly snapshot of government debt management
- Indicates potential monetary policy strategies
FAQs
Q: What are inflation-indexed Treasury securities?
A: These are government bonds whose principal and interest payments are adjusted for inflation, protecting investors from purchasing power erosion.
Q: Why does the Federal Reserve hold these securities?
A: The Fed uses these securities as part of its monetary policy toolkit to manage economic stability and control inflation.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is updated weekly, providing a current view of the Federal Reserve's Treasury securities holdings.
Q: What does this trend indicate about economic conditions?
A: Changes in these holdings can signal the Federal Reserve's response to economic challenges like inflation or economic slowdown.
Q: Are these securities different from regular Treasury bonds?
A: Yes, inflation-indexed securities have their principal and interest payments adjusted based on changes in the Consumer Price Index.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Securities Held Outright: U.S. Treasury Securities: Notes and Bonds, Inflation-Indexed: Week Average [WSHONBIIA], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025