US Incurrence of Other Investment Liabilities
IEAIOI • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
358,942.00
Year-over-Year Change
27.52%
Date Range
1/1/1999 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The US Incurrence of Other Investment Liabilities tracks changes in the value of US liabilities related to non-equity, non-debt investment positions, such as currency, deposits, and loans. This metric provides insight into the US's international financial position and is closely watched by economists and policymakers.
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
Other investment liabilities represent the value of claims held by foreign entities against the US, excluding equity and debt securities. This metric is part of the broader balance of payments data and can signal changes in global capital flows and the US's creditworthiness.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the US Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Historical Context
Trends in other investment liabilities are used by the Federal Reserve, Treasury Department, and private analysts to assess the US's external financial position and international competitiveness.
Key Facts
- Other investment liabilities account for about 25% of total US foreign liabilities.
- The US has been a net debtor on other investment since the early 1980s.
- Other investment liabilities grew rapidly in the 2000s before stabilizing post-financial crisis.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The US Incurrence of Other Investment Liabilities tracks changes in the value of the US's non-equity, non-debt liabilities to foreign entities, such as currency, deposits, and loans.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Trends in other investment liabilities provide insight into the US's international financial position and creditworthiness, which is closely watched by policymakers, economists, and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the US Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the broader balance of payments statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Trends in other investment liabilities are used by the Federal Reserve, Treasury Department, and private analysts to assess the US's external financial position and international competitiveness.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published quarterly 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 Other Investment Liabilities (IEAIOI), retrieved from FRED.