Archive · 19 Nov 2025
Foreign Holdings of US Treasuries Dip Slightly in September
After hitting a record high in August, foreign holdings of US Treasuries went down a little bit in September.
The UK sold some, but Japan bought more.
Overall, they still hold a lot of US debt.
Some people think Japan's buying might make the Japanese yen weaker.
Overseas holdings of US Treasuries decreased slightly in September after reaching a record high in August
UK reduced its holdings, while Japan's increased to its highest level in over three years
Total holdings stood at $9.25 trillion, down from $9.26 trillion in August
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent dismissed concerns about reduced international confidence in US assets
Japan's increased holdings may contribute to yen weakness
- Who
- Foreign investors
- What
- Held US Treasuries
- When
- September 2023
- Where
- Worldwide
- Why
- To invest in US debt
Those concerned about US debt
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent
Reduced confidence in US assets
Those concerned about US debt
Some analysts worry that President Trump's policies might reduce international confidence in US assets, as seen in the rising price of gold.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent
Bessent dismisses these concerns, citing strong foreign interest and solid Treasury bill auctions.
- Change from August
- -$100 million