National currency, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

BPDBTD01CZQ636N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

715,189,300,000.00

Year-over-Year Change

23.15%

Date Range

1/1/1993 - 4/1/2014

Summary

This economic trend measures the total net capital outflow from the United States on a quarterly basis. It is an important indicator of the country's external position and can inform policymakers on issues related to international 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 National currency, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted trend represents the balance on the financial account of the U.S. balance of payments. It captures the net acquisition of foreign assets by U.S. residents and the net incurrence of liabilities to foreigners, excluding changes in official reserve assets.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis based on information from a variety of sources.

Historical Context

This trend is closely monitored by economists, policymakers, and market participants to assess the United States' external financial position and its implications for the broader economy.

Key Facts

  • The trend represents the net capital outflow from the U.S. on a quarterly basis.
  • It is an important indicator of the country's external financial position.
  • The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total net capital outflow from the United States on a quarterly basis, capturing the net acquisition of foreign assets by U.S. residents and the net incurrence of liabilities to foreigners.

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

A: This trend is an important indicator of the United States' external financial position and can inform policymakers and market participants on issues related to international trade and capital flows.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis based on information from a variety of sources.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is closely monitored by economists, policymakers, and market participants to assess the United States' external financial position and its implications for the broader economy.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is reported on a quarterly basis, and there may be some delays in the release of the latest figures.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, National currency, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (BPDBTD01CZQ636N), retrieved from FRED.