US Dollars, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
BPCRTF01SKQ637N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
244,320,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
-14.67%
Date Range
1/1/1993 - 4/1/2014
Summary
This trend measures the total US dollar value of cross-border payments and receipts for goods, services, and income on a quarterly basis. It provides insights into the scale and patterns of international transactions.
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, Not Seasonally Adjusted metric tracks the cumulative value of various types of cross-border payments and receipts, including trade in goods and services as well as investment income flows. This comprehensive measure offers analysts a high-level view of the US's external economic activity.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the US Bureau of Economic Analysis based on surveys and other sources.
Historical Context
This metric is used by policymakers, economists, and market participants to understand the US's external trade and financial position.
Key Facts
- The series tracks over $6 trillion in quarterly cross-border transactions.
- The metric exhibits seasonal patterns with higher values in Q4 due to holiday trade.
- The US has run a persistent trade deficit, with payments exceeding receipts.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric measures the total US dollar value of cross-border payments and receipts for goods, services, and income on a quarterly basis, providing insights into the scale and patterns of the US's international transactions.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This comprehensive measure of the US's external economic activity is used by policymakers, economists, and market participants to understand the country's trade and financial position.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the US Bureau of Economic Analysis based on surveys and other sources.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This metric is used by policymakers, economists, and market participants to understand the US's external trade and financial position, which informs decisions on trade, monetary, and fiscal policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released quarterly with a delay of several weeks, and the metric does not provide a detailed breakdown of the underlying components.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, US Dollars, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (BPCRTF01SKQ637N), retrieved from FRED.