Foreign Securities Investment in the US Excluding Short-Term Debt

Foreign securities investments in the U.S. (excluding short-term debt) represent the total amount invested by foreign investors in U.S. long-term securities. This data is released monthly by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and is critical for assessing the inflow of investments from abroad, excluding short-term debt.

This metric indicates the level of foreign confidence in the U.S. long-term capital markets and is an important indicator for evaluating the stability and growth prospects of the economy. An increase in investment amounts suggests that foreign investors have confidence in the U.S. economy, potentially indicating stability. Conversely, a decrease in investment amounts might suggest that foreign investors have concerns about the U.S. economy.

This data serves as a reference for policymakers to assess trends in capital inflow and to formulate appropriate economic policies. It also provides vital information for businesses and investors to understand capital market trends and to forecast economic outlooks.