Money Market Fund Shares Held by the Top 0.1% (99.9th to 100th Wealth Percentiles)
WFRBLTP1244 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
851,462.00
Year-over-Year Change
140.37%
Date Range
7/1/1989 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the share of money market fund assets held by the wealthiest 0.1% of households in the United States. It provides insights into the investment behavior and portfolio composition of the top wealth percentile.
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 Money Market Fund Shares Held by the Top 0.1% trend represents the proportion of total money market fund assets that are owned by households in the 99.9th to 100th wealth percentiles. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to analyze wealth concentration and the investment preferences of the ultra-high-net-worth individuals.
Methodology
The data is collected through household surveys and investment portfolio analysis by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This trend is relevant for understanding the role of the wealthy in financial markets and the potential impact of their investment decisions on overall market stability.
Key Facts
- The top 0.1% of households own over a quarter of all money market fund assets.
- Money market funds are a popular investment vehicle for the ultra-wealthy.
- Wealth concentration at the top has increased significantly in recent decades.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the share of money market fund assets held by the wealthiest 0.1% of households in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insights into the investment behavior and portfolio composition of the top wealth percentile, which is important for understanding wealth concentration and its potential impact on financial markets.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through household surveys and investment portfolio analysis by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by economists and policymakers to analyze the role of the wealthy in financial markets and the potential impact of their investment decisions on overall market stability.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve, but there may be some delays in reporting due to the complexity of the underlying survey and portfolio analysis.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Money Market Fund Shares Held by the Top 0.1% (99.9th to 100th Wealth Percentiles) (WFRBLTP1244), retrieved from FRED.