Memorandum Items: Custody Holdings: Securities in Custody for Foreign and International Accounts: Change in Week Average from Year Ago Week Average
RESH4FXAWXCH52NWW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-87,898.00
Year-over-Year Change
23.18%
Date Range
6/14/2006 - 8/6/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the weekly changes in securities held in custody for foreign and international accounts, reflecting global investment flows and international financial dynamics. The metric provides insights into cross-border capital movements and international investor sentiment toward U.S. financial assets.
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 custody holdings trend measures the week-over-week changes in securities held by foreign entities, which can signal international investment preferences and potential shifts in global portfolio allocations. Economists and financial analysts use this data to understand international capital flows, assess foreign investment trends, and gauge global economic interconnectedness.
Methodology
Data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve through comprehensive tracking of securities held in custody for foreign and international accounts, comparing weekly averages to the same period in the previous year.
Historical Context
This indicator is crucial for policymakers, central banks, and international financial institutions to monitor global investment patterns and assess potential macroeconomic implications of cross-border capital movements.
Key Facts
- Tracks weekly changes in securities held by foreign and international accounts
- Provides insights into global investment dynamics and cross-border capital movements
- Helps economists understand international financial sentiment and portfolio allocations
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures the weekly changes in securities held in custody for foreign and international accounts, reflecting global investment trends and cross-border financial movements.
Q: Why are custody holdings important?
A: Custody holdings provide insights into international investment preferences, capital flows, and potential shifts in global portfolio allocations.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: The U.S. Federal Reserve collects this data by tracking securities held in custody for foreign and international accounts, comparing weekly averages to the previous year.
Q: Who uses this economic indicator?
A: Policymakers, central banks, financial analysts, and international financial institutions use this data to understand global investment patterns and macroeconomic trends.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated weekly, providing a near real-time view of international securities holdings and investment trends.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Memorandum Items: Custody Holdings: Securities in Custody for Foreign and International Accounts: Change in Week Average from Year Ago Week Average [RESH4FXAWXCH52NWW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025