US Dollars, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

BPCRSE01ATQ637N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

18,256,000,000.00

Year-over-Year Change

9.95%

Date Range

1/1/1992 - 1/1/2014

Summary

This economic trend measures the total U.S. dollar value of component sub-periods on a quarterly basis without seasonal adjustment. It provides insights into the composition and dynamics of the U.S. current account balance.

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 U.S. Dollars, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted trend tracks the dollar value of various components that make up the U.S. current account balance, which is a key indicator of a nation's international economic transactions and position.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Historical Context

This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to understand the underlying drivers of the U.S. current account and its potential implications for the broader economy.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. current account balance is the sum of the trade balance, net income, and net unilateral transfers.
  • The U.S. has run a current account deficit for most of the past two decades.
  • The current account deficit can have implications for the value of the U.S. dollar and capital flows.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total U.S. dollar value of the various components that make up the U.S. current account balance on a quarterly basis without seasonal adjustment.

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

A: The U.S. current account balance is a key indicator of a nation's international economic transactions and position, and this trend provides insights into the underlying drivers of the current account.

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: This trend is used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to understand the U.S. current account balance and its potential implications for the broader economy, including the value of the U.S. dollar and capital flows.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published quarterly by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, with typical update delays of 2-3 months.

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Citation

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, US Dollars, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (BPCRSE01ATQ637N), retrieved from FRED.