Federal Government; Interest Received (IMA), Transactions
FGIRMAA027N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
47,210.00
Year-over-Year Change
116.08%
Date Range
1/1/1946 - 1/1/2024
Summary
The 'Federal Government; Interest Received (IMA), Transactions' measures the interest income received by the U.S. federal government, providing insight into its fiscal position and revenue sources.
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 series represents the interest earned by the federal government on its investments and loans, including income from securities, deposits, and other financial instruments. It is an important indicator of the government's overall financial standing and can inform policy decisions around public finance and debt management.
Methodology
The data is collected and compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the National Income and Product Accounts.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess the government's fiscal health and evaluate the impact of interest rate changes on federal revenues.
Key Facts
- The U.S. federal government earned over $400 billion in interest income in 2021.
- Interest received by the government has fluctuated with changes in interest rates and the size of the federal debt.
- This data series dates back to 1947 and is published quarterly by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the interest income received by the U.S. federal government from its investments, loans, and holdings of financial instruments.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insight into the government's fiscal position and revenue sources, which is important for policymakers and analysts evaluating the government's financial health and the impact of interest rate changes.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the National Income and Product Accounts.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess the government's fiscal health and evaluate the impact of interest rate changes on federal revenues, which can inform decisions around public finance and debt management.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: This data series is published quarterly by the Bureau of Economic Analysis with minimal update delays, providing timely information on the government's interest income.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Federal Government; Interest Received (IMA), Transactions (FGIRMAA027N), retrieved from FRED.