Share of Defined Benefit Pension Entitlements Held by the Top 0.1% (99.9th to 100th Wealth Percentiles)
WFRBSDBP999T100 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.70
Year-over-Year Change
21.43%
Date Range
7/1/1989 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Measures defined benefit pension entitlements for the top 0.1% of wealth holders. Highlights extreme wealth concentration in retirement assets.
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
Captures pension holdings for the wealthiest 0.1% of households. Demonstrates wealth accumulation at the highest economic tier.
Methodology
Derived from Federal Reserve's comprehensive wealth distribution survey data.
Historical Context
Used to analyze extreme wealth inequality in retirement savings.
Key Facts
- Represents pension holdings of ultra-wealthy
- Indicates extreme wealth concentration
- Critical for understanding economic disparities
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator reveal?
A: Shows pension entitlements held exclusively by the top 0.1% of wealth holders.
Q: Why track top 0.1% pension entitlements?
A: Provides crucial insights into extreme wealth concentration and retirement asset distribution.
Q: How significant are these pension entitlements?
A: Represents a disproportionate share of total retirement assets among the wealthiest households.
Q: What implications does this have?
A: Highlights potential economic inequality and retirement income disparities.
Q: How frequently is this data collected?
A: Updated periodically through the Survey of Consumer Finances, typically every three years.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Share of Defined Benefit Pension Entitlements Held by the Top 0.1% (WFRBSDBP999T100), retrieved from FRED.