All Sectors; Reinvested Earnings on U.S. Direct Investment Abroad; Received (IMA), Transactions
ASEIARA027N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
329,227.00
Year-over-Year Change
3.78%
Date Range
1/1/1946 - 1/1/2024
Summary
This economic trend measures the reinvested earnings on U.S. direct investment abroad, which is an important component of the U.S. balance of payments and foreign direct investment data.
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
Reinvested earnings represent the portion of profits from U.S. direct investment abroad that is retained in the foreign affiliate rather than repatriated. This metric provides insight into the investment and financing decisions of multinational corporations.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of U.S. multinational enterprises.
Historical Context
Reinvested earnings data is used by policymakers and analysts to assess the health of the U.S. external sector and foreign direct investment flows.
Key Facts
- Reinvested earnings are a major component of the U.S. balance of payments.
- Reinvested earnings data provides insight into the investment decisions of multinational firms.
- The data is collected through surveys of U.S. companies with foreign direct investments.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the reinvested earnings on U.S. direct investment abroad, which represents the portion of profits from U.S. foreign investments that are retained in the foreign affiliate rather than repatriated.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Reinvested earnings data is an important component of the U.S. balance of payments and provides insight into the investment and financing decisions of multinational corporations.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of U.S. multinational enterprises.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Reinvested earnings data is used by policymakers and analysts to assess the health of the U.S. external sector and foreign direct investment flows.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published quarterly with some delay, and may be subject to revisions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, All Sectors; Reinvested Earnings on U.S. Direct Investment Abroad; Received (IMA), Transactions (ASEIARA027N), retrieved from FRED.