GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Statistics About The Least Liquid Asset

The least liquid asset will have a lower trading volume and higher bid-ask spreads compared to more liquid assets.

Last Updated: June 18, 2024

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In this post, we explore a series of compelling statistics related to least liquid assets held by families across various countries. From real estate properties to retirement accounts, these assets play a significant role in shaping household wealth and financial stability. Let’s dive into the data to gain a deeper understanding of how these least liquid assets impact different economies and societies.

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"About 74.4% of families hold least liquid assets like real estate properties, according to Survey of Consumer Finances."

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"Approximately 55% of families had a least liquid asset like a retirement account (pension) in 2018."

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"Nearly 15% of UK families have zero savings, making their only assets, their home or pension, some of the least liquid assets."

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"As per Statista, 67% of Americans own their homes, a least liquid asset, in 2020."

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"Approximately 60.4 million Americans owned an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) in 2020, a common least liquid asset."

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"In 2020, the total value of U.S. households' real estate assets was about $32.9 trillion."

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"42% of Canadians' net worth is tied up in least liquid assets like real estate."

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"Over 30% of individuals in the European Union own their homes outright, a prime example of a least liquid asset."

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"In Australia, about 65% of households’ wealth is held in the form of housing, one of the least liquid assets."

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"Nearly 75% of the French population owns their homes, a least liquid asset."

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"According to the India Wealth Report 2020, real estate, a least liquid asset, accounts for 57% of the country's household wealth."

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"In Europe, real estate, a least liquid asset, accounts for 2/3 of households' total assets."

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"In the US, 64.1% of home sellers face problems selling their homes (least liquid asset) due to market conditions in 2019."

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"US businesses hold on average just under 1% of their total assets in inventory, a less liquid asset."

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"Approximately 58% of Canadian retirees use their home (a least liquid asset) as a source of retirement income."

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"The total value of resident private dwellings, a least liquid asset, in Australia was approximately AUD 7.2 trillion in 2020."

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"About 67% of families in New Zealand own their home (a least liquid asset) outright."

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"More than 75% of German household wealth is tied up in least liquid assets like homes and other real properties."

In conclusion, the statistics presented demonstrate a significant global trend wherein a substantial portion of households’ wealth is tied up in least liquid assets such as real estate properties and retirement accounts. Across various countries, the prevalence of these least liquid assets as a primary source of wealth highlights the importance of understanding and managing the implications of such investments. The data also underscore the challenges individuals face in liquidating these assets, as evidenced by the difficulties encountered in selling homes, along with the reliance on these assets for retirement income. This widespread phenomenon underscores the need for individuals to diversify their investment portfolios and consider the liquidity of their assets for financial security and flexibility.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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