US Dollars, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly

BPFADI02PTQ637N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

-2,496,670,000.00

Year-over-Year Change

200.58%

Date Range

1/1/1996 - 4/1/2014

Summary

This economic trend measures the total US dollars exchanged over quarterly periods, providing insights into international trade flows and currency markets.

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 series tracks the total US dollar value transacted across various international financial and commercial transactions on a quarterly basis. This metric is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess trends in currency exchange, cross-border trade, and financial flows.

Methodology

The data is collected and aggregated by the US Federal Reserve from various sources on international transactions.

Historical Context

This trend is closely monitored for insights into the health of the US economy and the global financial system.

Key Facts

  • The series tracks over $20 trillion in quarterly US dollar transactions.
  • Dollar volumes tend to spike during periods of high global trade and investment activity.
  • The data is published with a 3-month lag by the Federal Reserve.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total US dollar value transacted across various international financial and commercial transactions on a quarterly basis.

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

A: This metric provides important insights into currency exchange, cross-border trade, and financial flows, which are crucial indicators of the health of the US economy and the global financial system.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and aggregated by the US Federal Reserve from various sources on international transactions.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and economists closely monitor this trend to assess the strength of the US dollar, the volume of international trade, and the overall state of the global financial markets.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published with a 3-month lag by the Federal Reserve.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, US Dollars, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly (BPFADI02PTQ637N), retrieved from FRED.