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Billions of US Dollars

QCZHAMUSDA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

102.11

Year-over-Year Change

5.86%

Date Range

10/1/1995 - 10/1/2024

Summary

This economic trend measures the total value of U.S. dollars held in custody accounts by foreign official institutions. It provides insights into global demand for the U.S. dollar and foreign central bank holdings.

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 'Billions of US Dollars' trend represents the total amount of U.S. dollars held in custody accounts by foreign central banks, governments, and other official institutions. This metric is widely used by economists and policymakers to gauge international demand for the U.S. dollar and foreign official dollar reserves.

Methodology

The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve.

Historical Context

Trends in U.S. dollar custody holdings are closely monitored for their implications on currency markets, global trade, and U.S. monetary policy.

Key Facts

  • Reached a record high of $7.13 trillion in October 2022.
  • Has increased by over 250% since the early 2000s.
  • Indicates strong global demand for the U.S. dollar as a reserve currency.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total value of U.S. dollars held in custody accounts by foreign official institutions, such as central banks and governments.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This metric provides insights into global demand for the U.S. dollar and the dollar's status as the world's primary reserve currency, which is highly relevant for economists, policymakers, and financial market participants.

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: Trends in U.S. dollar custody holdings are closely monitored by central banks, governments, and international institutions as they have implications for currency markets, global trade, and U.S. monetary policy.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published monthly by the Federal Reserve with a lag of approximately two months.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Billions of US Dollars (QCZHAMUSDA), retrieved from FRED.