Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted
BPCRIN01FRA636N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
145,045,000,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
70.84%
Date Range
1/1/1995 - 1/1/2013
Summary
This economic trend measures the annual, not seasonally adjusted balance of payments current account for France. It provides key insights into France's international trade and financial position.
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 current account is a broad measure of a country's international transactions, including trade in goods and services, income payments and receipts, and unilateral transfers. Analyzing this metric helps economists and policymakers assess France's economic health and external competitiveness.
Methodology
This data is collected and reported by the French national statistics agency.
Historical Context
The current account balance is a vital indicator used by governments, central banks, and financial markets to evaluate France's economic performance and external stability.
Key Facts
- France's current account balance was €-29.2 billion in 2021.
- The current account deficit widened from 0.5% of GDP in 2020 to 1.2% in 2021.
- Trade in goods has been the main driver of France's current account deficits in recent years.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures France's annual, not seasonally adjusted balance of payments current account, which tracks the country's international transactions, including trade, income, and unilateral transfers.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The current account balance is a crucial indicator of a country's economic health and external competitiveness, making it highly relevant for economists, policymakers, and financial market participants analyzing France's economic performance.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: This data is collected and reported by the French national statistics agency.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Governments, central banks, and financial markets closely monitor the current account balance to evaluate France's economic performance, external stability, and competitiveness, informing policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be occasional delays in the release of this data by the French statistical agency, and the data may be subject to revisions over time.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted (BPCRIN01FRA636N), retrieved from FRED.