US Acquisition of Reserve Assets
IEAAR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,459.00
Year-over-Year Change
56.55%
Date Range
1/1/1999 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The US Acquisition of Reserve Assets trend measures the net acquisition of foreign assets by the US government and Federal Reserve. It's an important indicator of the country's international economic position and capital flows.
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 US Acquisition of Reserve Assets represents the net accumulation of foreign exchange, gold, special drawing rights, and other reserve assets by the US government and central bank. This data provides insight into the country's international financial transactions and reserve management policies.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the US Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this data to assess the US's external balance, capital flows, and global economic influence.
Key Facts
- The US government and Federal Reserve acquired $48.6 billion in foreign reserve assets in 2021.
- Reserve asset accumulation peaked at $259.5 billion in 2008 during the global financial crisis.
- The US has been a net acquirer of foreign reserve assets since the early 1970s.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The US Acquisition of Reserve Assets measures the net accumulation of foreign exchange, gold, special drawing rights, and other reserve assets by the US government and Federal Reserve.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insight into the US's international financial transactions, reserve management policies, and overall economic position and influence.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the US Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this data to assess the US's external balance, capital flows, and global economic influence.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released quarterly with a short delay, typically 2-3 months after the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, US Acquisition of Reserve Assets (IEAAR), retrieved from FRED.