Equity in Noncorporate Business Held by the 50th to 90th Wealth Percentiles

WFRBLN40071 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

2,264,464.00

Year-over-Year Change

8.41%

Date Range

7/1/1989 - 7/1/2024

Summary

This metric tracks equity ownership for middle-wealth households in noncorporate businesses. It provides insights into wealth distribution and entrepreneurial participation.

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 equity stake held by households between the 50th and 90th wealth percentiles in noncorporate business sectors. Indicates middle-class economic engagement and investment patterns.

Methodology

Calculated using Federal Reserve Survey of Consumer Finances data and wealth distribution analysis.

Historical Context

Used by economists and policymakers to understand middle-class economic participation and investment trends.

Key Facts

  • Tracks middle-wealth business ownership
  • Reflects entrepreneurial economic participation
  • Indicates investment patterns

FAQs

Q: What does this metric measure?

A: Tracks equity ownership in noncorporate businesses for households between 50th and 90th wealth percentiles.

Q: Why is this data important?

A: Provides insights into middle-class economic engagement and small business ownership trends.

Q: How is the data collected?

A: Gathered through the Federal Reserve's Survey of Consumer Finances using comprehensive wealth distribution analysis.

Q: What can this data tell us?

A: Reveals investment patterns, entrepreneurial opportunities, and economic mobility for middle-wealth households.

Q: Are there limitations to this metric?

A: Represents aggregate data and may not capture individual variations in business ownership and equity.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Equity in Noncorporate Business Held by the 50th to 90th Wealth Percentiles (WFRBLN40071), retrieved from FRED.