M2 Money Supply

A broad measure of the money supply including cash, checking deposits, savings, and money market funds. The current value of $22,667.3B is near the high end of its 10-year range, based on available data over the past 10 years. (Source: FRED)

Current Value

$22,667.3B

Previous

$22,667.3B

Source: FRED (M2SL) | Frequency: monthly | Last updated: April 9, 2026

What This Means for You

The M2 Money Supply is currently at $22,667.3B. Changes in this indicator can affect related areas of the economy including consumer spending, business investment, and policy decisions. (Source: FRED)

10-Year History

Historical Context

Over the past 10 years, the M2 Money Supply has ranged from a low of $12,802B in May 2016 to a high of $22,667.3B in February 2026, with an average of approximately $18,191.4B. The current value of $22,667.3B is near the high end of its 10-year range. (Source: FRED via FRED)

Related Money Indicators

The M2 Money Supply is part of the money category. Related indicators include: Monetary Base (currently $5,388B). M2 money supply includes cash, checking deposits, savings accounts, and money market funds, representing the broad pool of money available in the economy. The monetary base is narrower, covering only currency in circulation and bank reserves at the Fed. Rapid M2 growth has historically been associated with inflationary pressure, though the relationship has become less reliable in recent decades. Changes in M2 can reflect Fed policy actions (quantitative easing or tightening). (Source: Federal Reserve via FRED)

What to Watch

Economists and analysts monitor the M2 Money Supply for trend changes that may signal shifts in economic conditions. This data is released monthly and is subject to revision. Changes in this indicator can ripple through related areas of the economy. Historical patterns do not guarantee future outcomes. (Source: FRED)

Limitations of This Data

This data is released monthly and reflects conditions as of the most recent reporting period. Economic data is frequently revised as more complete information becomes available; initial releases may differ significantly from final figures. This indicator measures one dimension of the economy and should be considered alongside other data for a more complete picture. (Source: FRED)

Data Sources

Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED), maintained by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis: https://fred.stlouisfed.org

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