Memorandum Items: Securities Lent to Dealers: Securities Lent to Dealers: Wednesday Level
WSDEALL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
29,980.00
Year-over-Year Change
-20.60%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
The WSDEALL series tracks the total value of securities lent by financial institutions to dealers on a Wednesday basis. This metric provides insight into short-term securities lending activity and market liquidity in the financial system.
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
Securities lending is a critical mechanism in financial markets where institutions temporarily transfer securities to dealers, typically for short selling or covering trading positions. Economists analyze this trend to understand market dynamics, trading volume, and potential stress in financial intermediation.
Methodology
Data is collected by the Federal Reserve through reporting from financial institutions, capturing the total dollar value of securities lent to dealers on a specific Wednesday each reporting period.
Historical Context
This indicator is used by policymakers and market analysts to assess market liquidity, trading conditions, and potential systemic risks in the securities market.
Key Facts
- Represents total securities lent to dealers on a Wednesday
- Provides insight into short-term market trading dynamics
- Tracked as part of broader financial market monitoring
FAQs
Q: What does securities lending indicate about market health?
A: High levels of securities lending can suggest active trading and market liquidity, while low levels might indicate reduced market activity or potential investor uncertainty.
Q: Who typically participates in securities lending?
A: Large financial institutions, pension funds, mutual funds, and other institutional investors commonly engage in securities lending to generate additional income.
Q: How frequently is WSDEALL data updated?
A: The data is typically reported weekly, capturing the securities lending activity on a specific Wednesday each reporting period.
Q: Why do dealers borrow securities?
A: Dealers often borrow securities to facilitate short selling, cover trading positions, or manage inventory in market-making activities.
Q: What are the limitations of this data series?
A: The series provides a snapshot of lending activity and may not capture the full complexity of securities market dynamics or predict long-term trends.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Memorandum Items: Securities Lent to Dealers: Securities Lent to Dealers: Wednesday Level [WSDEALL], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025