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

BPCRTD01LUQ637N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

4,467,600,000.00

Year-over-Year Change

-7.93%

Date Range

1/1/1995 - 1/1/2014

Summary

This economic trend measures the total U.S. dollar amount of cross-border payments during a given quarter, providing insights into international financial transactions and economic activity.

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 metric tracks the total value of payments and receipts between U.S. residents and foreign residents. This data is used by economists and policymakers to analyze the scale and direction of international capital flows.

Methodology

The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on balance of payments reporting.

Historical Context

This trend is relevant for assessing the health of the U.S. external sector and can inform policy decisions related to trade, investment, and capital flows.

Key Facts

  • The data is reported on a quarterly basis.
  • The series is not seasonally adjusted.
  • The metric tracks the total value of U.S. dollar transactions.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total U.S. dollar value of cross-border payments and receipts between U.S. residents and foreign residents during a given quarter.

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

A: This trend provides insights into the scale and direction of international capital flows, which is important for understanding the health of the U.S. external sector and informing policy decisions related to trade, investment, and the balance of payments.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on balance of payments reporting.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is used by economists and policymakers to analyze international financial transactions and assess the overall state of the U.S. external sector, which can inform decisions related to trade, investment, and capital flow policies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is reported on a quarterly basis, so there may be a delay of several months between the end of the quarter and the release of the data.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, US Dollars, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (BPCRTD01LUQ637N), retrieved from FRED.