Other Securities, All Commercial Banks
Billions of U.S. Dollars, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
OTHSECNSA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
987.55
Year-over-Year Change
-1.21%
Date Range
1/1/1947 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks monthly changes in U.S. financial securities outside of traditional banking systems. The data provides critical insights into the broader financial ecosystem and potential shifts in investment patterns.
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 series represents unseasonally adjusted financial transactions in billions of dollars, capturing non-bank financial activity. Economists use this metric to understand capital flows, investment trends, and potential systemic financial movements.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive financial reporting from various financial institutions and aggregated by the Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This trend is used in macroeconomic analysis to assess financial market liquidity, investment dynamics, and potential economic transitions.
Key Facts
- Represents non-bank financial transactions in billions of dollars
- Provides monthly, unseasonally adjusted financial data
- Critical for understanding broader financial ecosystem dynamics
FAQs
Q: What does OTHSECNSA measure?
A: It tracks monthly financial securities transactions outside traditional banking systems in billions of U.S. dollars. The data is not seasonally adjusted, providing raw financial movement insights.
Q: Why are unseasonally adjusted figures important?
A: Unseasonally adjusted data shows actual financial movements without statistical smoothing, offering a more direct view of raw economic activity.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated monthly by the Federal Reserve, providing current insights into financial market dynamics.
Q: How do policymakers use this information?
A: Policymakers analyze these trends to understand financial market liquidity, potential investment shifts, and broader economic transitions.
Q: What are the limitations of this data?
A: The data represents a snapshot of financial transactions and does not account for long-term trends or provide predictive analysis without additional context.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Billions of U.S. Dollars, Monthly, Not Seasonally Adjusted [OTHSECNSA], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025