US Dollars, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted
BPCRTD01FIA637N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
74,612,600,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
73.87%
Date Range
1/1/1975 - 1/1/2013
Summary
This economic indicator measures the total annual U.S. dollar value of all international transactions, providing insights into the nation's trade and capital 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 U.S. Dollar Sum Over Component Sub-periods metric tracks the aggregated dollar value of all international transactions, including trade in goods and services as well as capital flows. It offers a high-level perspective on the overall size and direction of the U.S. economy's global economic activity.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis using information from various government and private sources.
Historical Context
This trend is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the health and trajectory of the U.S. economy within the global financial system.
Key Facts
- The U.S. dollar value of international transactions totaled over $23 trillion in 2021.
- This metric has shown steady growth over the past decade, reflecting the expanding global reach of the U.S. economy.
- The annual data is released with a lag of several months by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks the total annual U.S. dollar value of all international transactions, including trade in goods and services as well as capital flows.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This high-level metric provides insights into the overall size and direction of the U.S. economy's global economic activity, which is crucial for assessing the nation's trade position and financial integration.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis using information from various government and private sources.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers, economists, and market analysts closely monitor this indicator to evaluate the health and trajectory of the U.S. economy within the global financial system, informing decisions on trade, monetary, and fiscal policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The annual data is released with a lag of several months by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, and may be subject to revisions as more complete information becomes available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, US Dollars, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted (BPCRTD01FIA637N), retrieved from FRED.