Treasury and Agency Securities: Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS), Foreign-Related Institutions
TMBFRIM027NBOG • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
44.13
Year-over-Year Change
39.10%
Date Range
7/1/2009 - 6/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks mortgage-backed securities (MBS) held by foreign-related financial institutions in the United States. It provides critical insight into international investment patterns and cross-border financial flows in the mortgage securities market.
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 series represents the total value of agency and Treasury mortgage-backed securities owned by foreign-related financial institutions, reflecting global investment strategies and international capital allocation. Economists use this metric to understand foreign investment sentiment and potential economic interconnectedness.
Methodology
Data is collected through comprehensive surveys and reporting mechanisms by the Federal Reserve, tracking securities holdings across foreign-related financial institutions.
Historical Context
This trend is used in macroeconomic analysis to assess international investment flows, potential currency impacts, and global financial market dynamics.
Key Facts
- Represents total MBS holdings by foreign financial institutions
- Indicates cross-border investment trends in U.S. mortgage markets
- Provides insights into global financial market interconnectedness
FAQs
Q: What do mortgage-backed securities represent?
A: Mortgage-backed securities are financial instruments created by pooling mortgage loans and selling them to investors. They represent claims on the cash flows from underlying mortgage pools.
Q: Why do foreign institutions invest in U.S. mortgage-backed securities?
A: Foreign institutions invest for portfolio diversification, potential yield advantages, and exposure to the U.S. real estate and financial markets.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The Federal Reserve typically updates this data quarterly, providing a comprehensive view of foreign MBS holdings.
Q: What economic factors influence MBS holdings by foreign institutions?
A: Interest rates, currency exchange rates, U.S. economic performance, and global investment strategies significantly impact foreign MBS investment decisions.
Q: Are there limitations to this data series?
A: The data represents a snapshot in time and may not capture rapid market changes or complex derivative transactions in real-time.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Treasury and Agency Securities: Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS), Foreign-Related Institutions [TMBFRIM027NBOG], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025