Corporate and Foreign Bonds Held by the 90th to 99th Wealth Percentiles
WFRBLN09037 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
7/1/1989 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the holdings of corporate and foreign bonds by households in the 90th to 99th wealth percentiles. It provides insights into the investment patterns of the wealthiest Americans, which is valuable for economists and policymakers.
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 Corporate and Foreign Bonds Held by the 90th to 99th Wealth Percentiles data series tracks the total value of these bond holdings for the top 10% of U.S. households by wealth. This metric offers a window into the portfolio compositions and investment behaviors of high-net-worth individuals, which can inform analyses of financial markets and wealth distribution.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Federal Reserve's Survey of Consumer Finances.
Historical Context
This trend is used by economists, investors, and policymakers to understand the investment dynamics and wealth concentration at the top of the U.S. income distribution.
Key Facts
- The top 10% of U.S. households hold over $6 trillion in corporate and foreign bonds.
- Bond holdings make up a significant portion of the investment portfolios of high-net-worth individuals.
- Trends in this metric can signal shifts in the risk appetites and investment behaviors of wealthy Americans.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total holdings of corporate and foreign bonds by households in the 90th to 99th wealth percentiles in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into the investment patterns and portfolio compositions of high-net-worth individuals, which is valuable information for economists, policymakers, and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Federal Reserve's Survey of Consumer Finances.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by economists and policymakers to understand wealth concentration, investment behaviors, and financial market dynamics at the top of the U.S. income distribution.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is updated triennially as part of the Survey of Consumer Finances, so there may be a delay in the most recent information.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Corporate and Foreign Bonds Held by the 90th to 99th Wealth Percentiles (WFRBLN09037), retrieved from FRED.