Financial Assets Held by the Top 0.1% (99.9th to 100th Wealth Percentiles)
This dataset tracks financial assets held by the top 0.1% (99.9th to 100th wealth percentiles) over time.
Latest Value
19806512.00
Year-over-Year Change
12.48%
Date Range
7/1/1989 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the total financial assets held by the wealthiest 0.1% of U.S. households. It provides insight into wealth concentration at the top of the income distribution.
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 Financial Assets Held by the Top 0.1% metric represents the total value of financial assets, such as stocks, bonds, and cash, owned by the 99.9th to 100th wealth percentiles. This helps economists and policymakers understand the degree of wealth inequality in the U.S.
Methodology
The data is calculated using survey information from the Federal Reserve's Survey of Consumer Finances.
Historical Context
This trend is used to analyze economic inequality, wealth distribution, and the potential impact on consumer spending and investment.
Key Facts
- The top 0.1% of U.S. households hold over $20 trillion in financial assets.
- Wealth inequality has increased significantly in recent decades.
- The top 0.1% own more wealth than the bottom 90% of U.S. households.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total financial assets held by the wealthiest 0.1% of U.S. households, providing insight into wealth concentration at the top of the income distribution.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend is relevant for understanding economic inequality, the distribution of wealth, and the potential impact on consumer spending and investment.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated using survey information from 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 analyze wealth inequality and its implications for the broader economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is updated periodically based on the Survey of Consumer Finances, which may result in some delay between the reference period and the availability of the data.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Financial Assets Held by the Top 0.1% (99.9th to 100th Wealth Percentiles) (WFRBLTP1237), retrieved from FRED.