Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted

BOPIOLA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

10.28

Year-over-Year Change

-545.34%

Date Range

1/1/1960 - 1/1/2013

Summary

The Balance of Payments - Other Long-Term Assets (BOPIOLA) metric measures long-term financial flows between the United States and other countries. It provides insight into cross-border investment and capital movements.

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

BOPIOLA tracks the net change in long-term investments and assets held by U.S. residents in foreign countries and vice versa. This helps economists and policymakers analyze international capital flows and financial account balances.

Methodology

The data is collected by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis through surveys of international transactions.

Historical Context

BOPIOLA is used to assess the U.S. position in global capital markets and the financing of the current account balance.

Key Facts

  • BOPIOLA data is published on a quarterly basis.
  • The metric captures a wide range of long-term cross-border investments and assets.
  • BOPIOLA helps track the U.S. net international investment position.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: BOPIOLA measures the net change in long-term investments and assets held by U.S. residents in foreign countries and vice versa.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: BOPIOLA provides insight into international capital flows and the U.S. position in global financial markets, which is important for understanding the broader current account and investment dynamics.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis through surveys of international transactions.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: BOPIOLA is used by economists and policymakers to assess the U.S. position in global capital markets and the financing of the current account balance.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: BOPIOLA data is published on a quarterly basis, with some potential for revisions to previous periods.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Balance of Payments - Other Long-Term Assets (BOPIOLA), retrieved from FRED.