Bills Discounted, Federal Reserve Banks for United States
M14067USM144NNBR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,136.00
Year-over-Year Change
166.04%
Date Range
1/1/1915 - 10/1/1969
Summary
The 'Bills Discounted, Federal Reserve Banks for United States' is a key monetary policy indicator that tracks the total value of bills discounted by the Federal Reserve Banks. It provides insights into the Federal Reserve's role in providing liquidity to the banking 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
This series measures the total value of bills discounted by the Federal Reserve Banks, which refers to the process of the Fed purchasing short-term debt instruments from banks in order to provide them with funding and increase money supply. It is an important metric for understanding the Federal Reserve's monetary policy actions and their impact on financial markets.
Methodology
The data is collected directly from the Federal Reserve's balance sheet reports.
Historical Context
Analysts and policymakers monitor this trend to gauge the Federal Reserve's efforts to manage money supply and support the broader economy.
Key Facts
- The Federal Reserve uses bill discounting to inject liquidity into the banking system.
- This metric reached a peak during the 2008 financial crisis as the Fed sought to stabilize markets.
- The level of bills discounted is a leading indicator of the Fed's monetary policy stance.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the total value of bills discounted by the Federal Reserve Banks, which refers to the Fed purchasing short-term debt instruments from banks to provide them with funding and increase money supply.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Monitoring the level of bills discounted provides insights into the Federal Reserve's monetary policy actions and its efforts to manage money supply and support the broader economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected directly from the Federal Reserve's balance sheet reports.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Analysts and policymakers use this metric to gauge the Federal Reserve's monetary policy stance and its impact on financial markets and the overall economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is reported regularly by the Federal Reserve, with minimal update delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Bills Discounted, Federal Reserve Banks for United States (M14067USM144NNBR), retrieved from FRED.