Resources and Assets: Unamortized Premiums on Securities Held Outright
RAUPSHO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
154,051.00
Year-over-Year Change
-2.65%
Date Range
12/18/2002 - 4/11/2018
Summary
This economic indicator tracks unamortized premiums on securities held directly by financial institutions, reflecting the difference between purchase price and face value of financial assets. It provides insights into investment strategies and accounting practices in the financial sector.
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
Unamortized premiums represent the unrealized value adjustment for securities purchased above their face value, which gradually decreases over the security's lifecycle. Economists analyze this metric to understand portfolio management, investment valuation, and potential market pricing dynamics.
Methodology
The data is collected through financial reporting and aggregated by the Federal Reserve from institutional balance sheet disclosures.
Historical Context
This trend is used in macroeconomic analysis to assess financial institution investment strategies and potential market valuation adjustments.
Key Facts
- Represents the premium paid above face value for financial securities
- Provides insight into institutional investment strategies
- Gradually amortizes over the security's lifecycle
FAQs
Q: What does an unamortized premium indicate?
A: An unamortized premium shows the excess amount paid for a security above its face value, which is gradually recognized over the asset's term.
Q: How do unamortized premiums impact financial reporting?
A: They affect asset valuation and require gradual recognition through accounting adjustments, influencing financial statements and investment performance metrics.
Q: How is the RAUPSHO data collected?
A: The data is aggregated from financial institution reports, compiled by the Federal Reserve through standardized reporting mechanisms.
Q: Why do investors and economists track this trend?
A: It provides insights into investment strategies, market pricing, and potential shifts in financial asset valuations across institutional portfolios.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: Typically updated quarterly, with potential variations depending on reporting cycles and Federal Reserve data collection practices.
Related Trends
Liabilities: Notes in Circulation: Federal Reserve Bank Notes in Actual Circulation
LNCFRBNC
Assets: Liquidity and Credit Facilities: Loans: Wednesday Level
WLCFLL
Resources and Assets: Bills Discounted: Other Bills Discounted; Discounts and Advances
RABDOB
Assets: Other: Repurchase Agreements - Others: Change in Week Average from Previous Week Average
H41RESPPALGTROXAWXCH1NWW
Resources and Assets: Gold in Transit or in Custody from Foreign Banks and Gold Held Abroad
RAGTCFFB
Liabilities and Capital: Total Liabilities and Capital: Total Liabilities and Capital: Wednesday Level
RESPPLNWW
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Resources and Assets: Unamortized Premiums on Securities Held Outright [RAUPSHO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025