US Incurrence of Direct Investment Liabilities
IEAIDI • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
54,898.00
Year-over-Year Change
-60.07%
Date Range
1/1/1999 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The 'US Incurrence of Direct Investment Liabilities' metric tracks foreign direct investment into the United States. It's a key indicator of global capital flows and international investment patterns.
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
This series measures the value of new foreign direct investment liabilities incurred by the United States. It represents the market value of foreign equity and debt investment in US companies, properties, and other assets.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the US Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Historical Context
Economists and policymakers monitor this trend to assess the US's attractiveness for foreign investment.
Key Facts
- Foreign direct investment in the US totaled $4.5 trillion in 2021.
- China was the 3rd largest source of FDI in the US as of 2021.
- FDI supports over 7 million US jobs across various industries.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the value of new foreign direct investment liabilities incurred by the United States. It captures foreign equity and debt investment in US companies, properties, and other assets.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Monitoring foreign direct investment in the US provides insights into global capital flows and international investment patterns, which are important for economists, policymakers, and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the US Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers analyze this trend to assess the US's attractiveness for foreign investment, which can inform policy decisions related to trade, taxation, and regulatory environments.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published quarterly by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, with a typical release lag of 3 months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, US Incurrence of Direct Investment Liabilities (IEAIDI), retrieved from FRED.