Share of Corporate And Foreign Bonds Held by the 99th to 99.9th Wealth Percentiles
This dataset tracks share of corporate and foreign bonds held by the 99th to 99.9th wealth percentiles over time.
Latest Value
32.20
Year-over-Year Change
-18.27%
Date Range
7/1/1989 - 7/1/2024
Summary
This economic trend measures the share of corporate and foreign bonds held by the 99th to 99.9th wealth percentiles in the United States. It provides insights into wealth concentration and financial asset ownership among the top 1% of households.
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 Share of Corporate And Foreign Bonds Held by the 99th to 99.9th Wealth Percentiles tracks the proportion of these fixed-income securities owned by the top 0.9% of U.S. households by wealth. This metric is used by economists to analyze wealth inequality and the financial portfolio composition of the nation's wealthiest individuals.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Federal Reserve's Survey of Consumer Finances.
Historical Context
This trend is relevant for understanding the role of the wealthy in financial markets and assessing the degree of wealth concentration in the U.S. economy.
Key Facts
- The top 0.9% of U.S. households own over a quarter of all corporate and foreign bonds.
- Bond ownership is highly skewed towards the wealthiest Americans.
- Wealth concentration has increased in recent decades.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the share of corporate and foreign bonds held by the 99th to 99.9th wealth percentiles in the United States, providing insights into wealth concentration and financial asset ownership among the top 1% of households.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend is relevant for understanding the role of the wealthy in financial markets and assessing the degree of wealth concentration in the U.S. economy.
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, policymakers, and market analysts to examine wealth inequality and the financial portfolio composition of the nation's wealthiest individuals.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published periodically by the Federal Reserve, with potential delays in availability.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Share of Corporate And Foreign Bonds Held by the 99th to 99.9th Wealth Percentiles (WFRBS99T999258), retrieved from FRED.