Total Assets Held by the 90th to 99th Wealth Percentiles
WFRBLN09027 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
62,233,868.00
Year-over-Year Change
10.01%
Date Range
7/1/1989 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Measures total assets held by households in the 90th to 99th wealth percentiles. Provides crucial data on upper-income wealth accumulation.
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
Represents the aggregate financial assets of high-wealth households just below the top 1%. Offers insights into wealth concentration.
Methodology
Calculated using comprehensive Federal Reserve survey data on household asset holdings.
Historical Context
Critical for understanding wealth distribution and economic stratification.
Key Facts
- Captures financial assets of upper-income households
- Reveals wealth concentration trends
- Provides granular view of asset ownership
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator track?
A: Measures total assets for households between 90th and 99th wealth percentiles. Highlights upper-income wealth accumulation.
Q: How frequently is this data collected?
A: Updated approximately every three years through the Federal Reserve's comprehensive wealth survey.
Q: Why are these wealth percentiles significant?
A: Provides critical insights into economic inequality and wealth distribution patterns.
Q: How do these assets impact economic analysis?
A: Helps economists and policymakers understand wealth concentration and economic stratification.
Q: What factors influence these asset levels?
A: Includes investment returns, income levels, and broader economic conditions.
Related Trends
Share of Total Liabilities Held by the 90th to 99th Wealth Percentiles
WFRBSN09154
Share of Mortgages Held by the Bottom 50% (1st to 50th Wealth Percentiles)
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Share of Other Loans and Advances (Assets) Held by the Top 1% (99th to 100th Wealth Percentiles)
WFRBST01120
Share of Consumer Durables Held by the Top 1% (99th to 100th Wealth Percentiles)
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Share of Annuities Held by the 99th to 99.9th Wealth Percentiles
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Real Mean Personal Income in Northeast Census Region
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Total Assets Held by the 90th to 99th Wealth Percentiles (WFRBLN09027), retrieved from FRED.