US Dollars, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted
BPBLIN01SEQ637S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3,330,750,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
9.00%
Date Range
1/1/1982 - 4/1/2014
Summary
This economic trend measures the total U.S. dollar value of net international investment, providing insights into the country's external financial position and global economic integration.
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 US Dollars, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted series tracks the cumulative net international investment position of the United States on a quarterly basis. This metric is a key indicator of the nation's overall financial flows and stock of foreign assets and liabilities.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis based on surveys of international transactions and positions.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by policymakers, market analysts, and researchers to assess the broader macroeconomic and financial implications of the U.S. external accounts.
Key Facts
- The U.S. has maintained a negative net international investment position since the 1980s.
- The value of U.S. assets held by foreigners exceeded the value of U.S. assets held by Americans by over $16 trillion as of 2022.
- The net international investment position is an important indicator of a country's financial obligations to and claims on the rest of the world.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the total U.S. dollar value of the United States' net international investment position, which represents the difference between the country's foreign assets and foreign liabilities.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The net international investment position is a key indicator of a country's overall financial integration with the global economy and can provide insights into macroeconomic dynamics, trade flows, and potential financial risks.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis based on surveys of international transactions and positions.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts closely monitor the net international investment position to assess the broader macroeconomic and financial implications of the U.S. external accounts, which can inform policy decisions related to trade, exchange rates, and financial regulation.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The net international investment position data is released quarterly by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, with a typical lag of 3 months from the end of the reference period.
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Citation
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, US Dollars, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted (BPBLIN01SEQ637S), retrieved from FRED.