Share of Debt Securities Held by the Top 1% (99th to 100th Wealth Percentiles)
WFRBST01116 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
38.40
Year-over-Year Change
2.40%
Date Range
7/1/1989 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Measures the percentage of debt securities held by the top 1% of wealth holders. Provides critical insight into wealth concentration and financial asset ownership.
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 indicator tracks the proportion of debt securities owned by the wealthiest 1% of the population. It helps analyze wealth distribution and financial market dynamics.
Methodology
Calculated by measuring debt securities ownership among the 99th to 100th wealth percentiles.
Historical Context
Used by economists and policymakers to understand wealth inequality and financial market structures.
Key Facts
- Focuses on top 1% wealth holders
- Measures debt securities ownership
- Indicates financial market concentration
FAQs
Q: What are debt securities?
A: Financial instruments like bonds that represent a loan made by an investor to a borrower. Includes government and corporate bonds.
Q: Why track debt securities ownership?
A: Helps understand wealth distribution and financial market access for different economic groups.
Q: How does this relate to economic inequality?
A: Shows how financial assets are concentrated among the wealthiest individuals in the economy.
Q: What does high concentration mean?
A: Suggests potential wealth disparities and unequal access to financial investment opportunities.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: Typically updated periodically by the Federal Reserve with the most recent wealth distribution data.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Share of Debt Securities Held by the Top 1% (WFRBST01116), retrieved from FRED.