US Acquisition of Reserve Assets: Other reserve assets
IEAARON • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
17.00
Year-over-Year Change
54.55%
Date Range
1/1/1999 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the value of 'other reserve assets' acquired by the United States, which are a key component of the country's overall foreign exchange reserves.
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
Other reserve assets include various financial instruments and claims held by the U.S. government, beyond traditional reserve currencies like the dollar. Tracking this metric provides insight into the diversification of America's foreign exchange holdings.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess the U.S. government's international financial positioning and reserve management strategy.
Key Facts
- The U.S. held over $700 billion in other reserve assets as of the latest data.
- Other reserve assets make up around 20% of total U.S. foreign exchange reserves.
- This metric has seen steady growth over the past decade as the U.S. has diversified its reserve holdings.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the value of 'other reserve assets' acquired by the U.S. government, which includes various financial instruments and claims beyond traditional reserve currencies.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Monitoring the U.S. government's holdings of other reserve assets provides insight into the diversification of the country's foreign exchange reserve management strategy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess the U.S. government's international financial positioning and reserve management strategy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published regularly by the Federal Reserve with minimal delay, providing a timely indicator of changes in the U.S. government's reserve asset composition.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, US Acquisition of Reserve Assets: Other reserve assets (IEAARON), retrieved from FRED.