Balance of Payments: Other Investment: Net (Assets Minus Liabilities) for France

FRAB6FAOI01NCCUQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

34,630,000,000.00

Year-over-Year Change

-55.86%

Date Range

1/1/1999 - 10/1/2024

Summary

This economic trend measures France's net other investment position, the difference between its foreign assets and liabilities excluding direct investment, portfolio investment, and reserve assets. It is an important indicator of France's external financial position and integration with global capital 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 Balance of Payments: Other Investment: Net (Assets Minus Liabilities) for France tracks the net position of France's other investment, which includes trade credits, loans, currency and deposits, and other accounts receivable and payable. This metric provides insight into France's broader international investment activity and can signal changes in its economic and financial relationships.

Methodology

The data is collected by the Banque de France and reported to the International Monetary Fund as part of France's balance of payments statistics.

Historical Context

This metric is closely monitored by policymakers, analysts, and investors to assess France's external financial stability and international competitiveness.

Key Facts

  • France's other investment net position was €1.2 trillion in 2021.
  • Other investment accounts for over 50% of France's total international investment position.
  • The net other investment position has fluctuated significantly since the 2008 financial crisis.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the net other investment position of France, which is the difference between its foreign other investment assets and liabilities.

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

A: This metric provides insight into France's broader international investment activity and can signal changes in its economic and financial relationships with the rest of the world.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the Banque de France and reported to the International Monetary Fund as part of France's balance of payments statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This metric is closely monitored by policymakers, analysts, and investors to assess France's external financial stability and international competitiveness.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published quarterly with a lag of several months, so there may be delays in accessing the most recent information.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Balance of Payments: Other Investment: Net (Assets Minus Liabilities) for France (FRAB6FAOI01NCCUQ), retrieved from FRED.