Fed reports comprehensive 2024 net loss of $77.5 billion
From Yahoo Finance: 2025-03-21 13:01:00
The Federal Reserve reported a decline in losses last year, with a total distribution of comprehensive net loss at $77.5 billion, down from $114.6 billion in 2023. The loss is attributed to efforts to reduce high inflation levels, as the Fed self-funds through securities and financial services. The central bank’s financial state is the first public reveal in years.
In response to record inflation levels, the Fed aggressively raised short-term interest rates to 5.25%-5.50% by July 2023. Subsequently, rates were lowered by 1% due to inflation drops, with current policy on hold. Despite increased interest costs, exceeding earnings, the central bank reassures the losses do not impact its operations or monetary policy.
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