US Incurrence of Debt Securities: Long term
IEAIDSL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
304,649.00
Year-over-Year Change
0.46%
Date Range
1/1/1999 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The US Incurrence of Debt Securities: Long term trend measures the net issuance of long-term debt securities by the US government and private sector, providing insights into financing and debt markets.
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 tracks the value of new long-term debt securities issued, minus debt securities that have matured or been retired, offering a gauge of broader debt financing activity in the US economy. Economists use this metric to assess funding conditions, government borrowing, and private sector leveraging.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the US Federal Reserve based on surveys of financial institutions.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts monitor this trend to understand credit market dynamics and the public and private sectors' financing behavior.
Key Facts
- The US issued over $4 trillion in new long-term debt securities in 2021.
- Private sector long-term debt issuance has exceeded government borrowing since 2015.
- Debt incurrence reflects economic growth, interest rates, and investor sentiment.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The US Incurrence of Debt Securities: Long term trend tracks the net issuance of new long-term debt securities by the US government and private sector.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into broader financing conditions, government borrowing, and private sector leveraging, which are key factors in assessing economic and market dynamics.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the US Federal Reserve based on surveys of financial institutions.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts monitor this trend to understand credit market dynamics and the public and private sectors' financing behavior, which informs decisions around monetary and fiscal policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published with a lag of several months, and may be subject to revisions as more complete information becomes available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, US Incurrence of Debt Securities: Long term (IEAIDSL), retrieved from FRED.