Liquid Liabilities (Broad Money) for United States
DDOI07USA648NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
16,100,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
42.48%
Date Range
1/1/1960 - 1/1/2020
Summary
The Liquid Liabilities (Broad Money) metric measures the total value of liquid financial assets held by the private sector in the United States. This is a key indicator of money supply and liquidity in the economy.
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
Liquid Liabilities (Broad Money) represents a broad measure of money and near-money assets, including currency, deposits, and other highly liquid financial instruments. It is used by economists and policymakers to assess the overall level of liquidity and money availability in the financial system.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the World Bank using information from national accounts and monetary surveys.
Historical Context
Trends in Liquid Liabilities provide insights into the stance of monetary policy and the overall liquidity conditions in the U.S. economy.
Key Facts
- Liquid Liabilities reached a record high of $26.5 trillion in 2021.
- The metric has grown by over 40% since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020.
- Liquid Liabilities represent approximately 125% of U.S. GDP as of the latest data.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Liquid Liabilities (Broad Money) metric measures the total value of highly liquid financial assets held by the private sector in the United States, including currency, deposits, and other near-money instruments.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Trends in Liquid Liabilities provide important insights into the overall level of liquidity and money supply in the U.S. economy, which is a key factor considered by economists and policymakers when assessing monetary policy and financial conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by the World Bank using information from national accounts and monetary surveys.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Movements in Liquid Liabilities are closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers as an indicator of the stance of monetary policy and overall liquidity conditions in the U.S. financial system.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Liquid Liabilities data is typically updated on a quarterly basis with a lag of several months, so there may be delays in accessing the most recent information.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Liquid Liabilities (Broad Money) for United States (DDOI07USA648NWDB), retrieved from FRED.