Direct Investment Liabilities: Debt instruments
IEAIDIDI • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-3,768.00
Year-over-Year Change
-107.04%
Date Range
1/1/1999 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The 'Direct Investment Liabilities: Debt instruments' trend measures the value of debt-based liabilities that U.S. residents hold in direct investments abroad. This is an important economic indicator for assessing cross-border investment and international 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
This series represents the debt portion of U.S. residents' direct investment positions held in other economies. It includes debt instruments such as loans, debt securities, and other accounts payable. Analyzing these liabilities provides insights into the structure and financing of U.S. international investment.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of U.S. direct investors and compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this data to monitor the scale and composition of U.S. international financial positions.
Key Facts
- U.S. direct investment liabilities totaled $10.7 trillion in 2021.
- Debt instruments account for about 30% of total U.S. direct investment liabilities.
- Direct investment liabilities have grown rapidly, up over 60% since 2015.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the value of debt-based liabilities that U.S. residents hold in direct investments abroad, including loans, debt securities, and other accounts payable.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Analyzing U.S. direct investment liabilities, particularly the debt component, provides important insights into the structure and financing of the country's international investment position.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of U.S. direct investors and compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this data to monitor the scale and composition of U.S. international financial positions, which informs decisions on international economic policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published quarterly with a lag of approximately 3 months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Direct Investment Liabilities: Debt instruments (IEAIDIDI), retrieved from FRED.