Assets: Other Factors Supplying Reserve Balances: Total Factors Supplying Reserve Funds: Wednesday Level

WTFSRFL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

6,692,931.00

Year-over-Year Change

-1.02%

Date Range

6/7/2006 - 7/30/2025

Summary

This economic indicator tracks the total factors supplying reserve funds in the U.S. banking system on a weekly basis. It provides crucial insights into the Federal Reserve's balance sheet and monetary policy operations.

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 aggregate financial assets that contribute to reserve balances in the banking system, including various Federal Reserve lending and asset purchase mechanisms. Economists use this data to understand liquidity conditions and monetary policy implementation.

Methodology

Data is collected and reported by the Federal Reserve on a weekly basis, typically on Wednesdays, using comprehensive financial reporting from banking institutions.

Historical Context

This metric is critical for analyzing monetary policy effectiveness, bank lending capacity, and overall financial system liquidity.

Key Facts

  • Measures weekly total factors supplying reserve funds in the U.S. banking system
  • Provides insight into Federal Reserve's balance sheet dynamics
  • Used by policymakers and economists to assess financial system conditions

FAQs

Q: What does this economic indicator measure?

A: It tracks the total financial assets that supply reserve funds in the U.S. banking system on a weekly basis, reflecting monetary policy and liquidity conditions.

Q: Why is this data important for economists?

A: The indicator helps economists understand the Federal Reserve's monetary policy implementation and the overall liquidity in the financial system.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: The data is updated weekly, typically on Wednesdays, providing a current snapshot of reserve balances.

Q: How do policymakers use this information?

A: Policymakers use this data to assess banking system liquidity, inform monetary policy decisions, and monitor financial market conditions.

Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?

A: While comprehensive, the data represents a snapshot in time and should be analyzed alongside other economic indicators for a complete financial assessment.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Assets: Other Factors Supplying Reserve Balances: Total Factors Supplying Reserve Funds: Wednesday Level [WTFSRFL], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025