Corporate and Foreign Bonds Held by the Top 1% (99th to 100th Wealth Percentiles)
WFRBLT01010 • 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
Tracks corporate and foreign bond holdings for the top 1% of wealth holders. Provides insight into high-net-worth investment strategies and wealth concentration.
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
Measures the total value of corporate and foreign bonds owned by individuals in the 99th to 100th wealth percentile. Reflects investment patterns of the wealthiest Americans.
Methodology
Data collected through Federal Reserve Survey of Consumer Finances and financial asset tracking.
Historical Context
Used to analyze wealth distribution and investment behavior of top-tier investors.
Key Facts
- Represents financial asset concentration among top wealth holders
- Indicates investment preferences of wealthy individuals
- Provides economic inequality insights
FAQs
Q: What does this series measure?
A: Total corporate and foreign bond holdings for the top 1% of wealth holders. Tracks investment concentration among the wealthiest Americans.
Q: Why are these bond holdings important?
A: Reveals investment strategies and wealth distribution patterns. Helps economists understand high-net-worth financial behaviors.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Typically updated through the Federal Reserve's Survey of Consumer Finances, which occurs every three years.
Q: How do these bond holdings impact economic policy?
A: Provides insights for policymakers analyzing wealth inequality and investment trends.
Q: Can this data predict economic trends?
A: Offers valuable signals about investment preferences and potential market movements among top wealth holders.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Corporate and Foreign Bonds Held by the Top 1% (WFRBLT01010), retrieved from FRED.