Fedwire is the Federal Reserve’s real-time gross settlement system, enabling high-value, same-day wire transfers between financial institutions. Banks use it for time-sensitive payments like mortgage closings, securities purchases, or corporate fund transfers. Beneficiaries include large businesses, government agencies, and financial firms needing immediate, irrevocable transactions. Its speed and finality reduce settlement risk, making it a backbone of U.S. payment infrastructure.
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