The Fed's Balance Sheet: How Big Does It Get?
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The Fed's Balance Sheet: How Big Does It Get?

As of May 6, 2020, the Fed's Balance Sheet has ballooned to $6.72 Trillion.
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As of May 6, 2020, the Fed's Balance Sheet has ballooned to $6.72 Trillion.

Since February 26, the Balance Sheet has grown by $2.56 trillion. 

Where does it stop?

Fed's Balance Sheet Detail 2020-05-11

How Big Does It Get?

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