Capital Accounts: Surplus: Total Surplus
CASTOTS • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
7,500.00
Year-over-Year Change
-25.00%
Date Range
2/17/1999 - 4/11/2018
Summary
The Capital Accounts: Surplus: Total Surplus (CASTOTS) tracks the net financial position of the United States across different economic sectors. This metric provides critical insights into national financial flows and the overall economic health of the country.
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
This economic indicator represents the aggregate surplus or deficit in capital accounts, reflecting the net financial transactions and investments across various sectors of the economy. Economists use this data to understand capital movements, investment trends, and potential economic imbalances.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by aggregating financial account balances from multiple economic sectors, including government, corporate, and international transactions.
Historical Context
Policymakers and financial analysts use this trend to assess national economic performance, investment dynamics, and potential structural economic changes.
Key Facts
- Measures net financial position across economic sectors
- Provides insights into national investment and financial transactions
- Critical for understanding macroeconomic financial dynamics
FAQs
Q: What does the CASTOTS indicator represent?
A: CASTOTS represents the total surplus in capital accounts, showing net financial transactions across different economic sectors in the United States.
Q: How is the CASTOTS data calculated?
A: The data is calculated by aggregating financial account balances from government, corporate, and international sectors, tracking net financial positions.
Q: Why is CASTOTS important for economic analysis?
A: CASTOTS helps economists and policymakers understand capital flows, investment trends, and potential economic imbalances in the national financial system.
Q: How often is CASTOTS data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a regular snapshot of national financial account dynamics.
Q: What are the limitations of the CASTOTS indicator?
A: While comprehensive, CASTOTS may not capture all nuanced financial transactions and requires interpretation alongside other economic indicators.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Capital Accounts: Surplus: Total Surplus [CASTOTS], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025