Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted
BOPMMA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-2,294.45
Year-over-Year Change
98.88%
Date Range
1/1/1960 - 1/1/2013
Summary
The 'Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted' series measures the annual balance of payments for the United States. This key economic indicator provides insights into the country's international trade and financial flows.
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
The balance of payments tracks the value of all transactions between a country and the rest of the world, including trade in goods and services, as well as financial and investment flows. This data is crucial for understanding a nation's economic position and relationships with global markets.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use the balance of payments to evaluate the overall health of the U.S. economy and guide decisions on trade, investment, and monetary policy.
Key Facts
- The U.S. balance of payments has run a deficit since the 1970s.
- Trade in goods accounts for the largest component of the balance of payments.
- The balance of payments data is released quarterly by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted' balance of payments series tracks the total value of all economic transactions between the United States and the rest of the world, including trade, investment, and financial flows.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The balance of payments is a crucial indicator of a country's economic position and relationships with global markets. It helps policymakers and analysts evaluate the overall health of the U.S. economy and guide decisions on trade, investment, and monetary policy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use the balance of payments data to assess the U.S. economy's performance and competitiveness in global trade and financial markets, informing decisions on trade agreements, investment policies, and monetary policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The balance of payments data is released quarterly by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, with a typical delay of several months after the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Balance of Payments (BOPMMA), retrieved from FRED.