Billions of Dollars, Annual Rate
FLTOTALSAVA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-13.63
Year-over-Year Change
7.54%
Date Range
2/1/1943 - 2/1/2011
Summary
This economic indicator tracks total savings in the United States at an annual rate, providing a comprehensive view of national saving behaviors. It offers critical insights into household and institutional financial health and economic resilience.
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 trend represents aggregate savings across different economic sectors, including personal, corporate, and government savings. Economists use this metric to assess economic stability, potential investment capacity, and overall financial preparedness.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive financial surveys and aggregated by the Federal Reserve from multiple sources including banking institutions, government reports, and financial tracking systems.
Historical Context
Policymakers and financial analysts use this trend to evaluate economic momentum, potential investment trends, and national financial strategy.
Key Facts
- Represents total national savings at an annual rate
- Includes personal, corporate, and government savings
- Provides critical insight into economic financial capacity
FAQs
Q: What does FLTOTALSAVA measure?
A: It measures total savings across all economic sectors in the United States at an annual rate, capturing comprehensive national saving behaviors.
Q: Why are savings rates important?
A: Savings rates indicate economic health, potential investment capacity, and financial resilience of households and institutions.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The Federal Reserve typically updates this data quarterly, providing current snapshots of national saving trends.
Q: How do policymakers use this data?
A: Policymakers analyze this trend to understand economic stability, potential investment opportunities, and design financial strategies.
Q: What are the limitations of this indicator?
A: While comprehensive, the data might not capture informal or unreported savings, and can be influenced by short-term economic fluctuations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Billions of Dollars, Annual Rate [FLTOTALSAVA], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025