Assets: Securities Held Outright: U.S. Treasury Securities: Week Average
WSHOTSA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4,204,382.00
Year-over-Year Change
-0.28%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the weekly average of U.S. Treasury securities held by the Federal Reserve, providing insight into monetary policy and financial market dynamics. It reflects the central bank's balance sheet management and potential economic interventions.
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 trend represents the Federal Reserve's holdings of Treasury securities, which can signal monetary policy stance and liquidity conditions in the financial system. Economists closely monitor these holdings as they indicate potential expansionary or contractionary monetary strategies.
Methodology
Data is collected weekly by the Federal Reserve, calculating the average value of Treasury securities held on the Fed's balance sheet during a specific period.
Historical Context
This metric is crucial for understanding monetary policy implementation, market liquidity, and potential economic stimulus efforts.
Key Facts
- Represents the Federal Reserve's weekly average Treasury securities holdings
- Indicates potential monetary policy interventions
- Provides insight into central bank balance sheet management
FAQs
Q: What do Treasury securities represent?
A: Treasury securities are debt instruments issued by the U.S. government to fund its operations and manage national debt. The Federal Reserve can buy and sell these securities as part of monetary policy.
Q: Why does the Federal Reserve hold Treasury securities?
A: The Fed uses Treasury securities to manage money supply, influence interest rates, and implement monetary policy strategies like quantitative easing.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The WSHOTSA data is typically updated weekly, providing a current snapshot of the Federal Reserve's Treasury securities holdings.
Q: How do Treasury security holdings impact the economy?
A: Changes in Treasury securities holdings can affect market liquidity, interest rates, and overall economic conditions by influencing the money supply.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The data represents a snapshot of holdings and should be interpreted alongside other economic indicators for a comprehensive understanding of monetary policy.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Securities Held Outright: U.S. Treasury Securities: Week Average [WSHOTSA], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025