Balance of payments BPM6: Financial account: Financial account Net: Total for G20
G20B6FATT01CXCUQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
78,109,395,319.36
Year-over-Year Change
275.13%
Date Range
1/1/2008 - 10/1/2017
Summary
This economic indicator measures the net flow of financial assets and liabilities between the United States and the rest of the world. It is a key metric for understanding the country'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 Financial Account measures the net change in ownership of a country's foreign financial assets and liabilities. This provides insights into the overall state of a nation's international economic transactions and how capital flows across borders.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis based on surveys of cross-border investment and financial flows.
Historical Context
Policymakers and economists use this indicator to assess a country's international competitiveness, external financing needs, and macroeconomic stability.
Key Facts
- The United States has run a deficit in its financial account since the early 1980s.
- The financial account deficit reached a record high of $1.16 trillion in 2006.
- The financial account deficit reflects the country's reliance on foreign capital to finance domestic investment and consumption.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Balance of Payments Financial Account measures the net change in ownership of a country's foreign financial assets and liabilities, providing insights into its international economic transactions and capital flows.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This indicator is crucial for understanding a country's external financial position, international competitiveness, and macroeconomic stability, which are important considerations for policymakers, investors, and economists.
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 surveys of cross-border investment and financial flows.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists use this indicator to assess a country's international competitiveness, external financing needs, and macroeconomic stability, which can inform policy decisions related to trade, capital controls, and exchange rate management.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Balance of Payments Financial Account data is typically released on a quarterly basis with a few months' lag, and may be subject to revisions as more complete information becomes available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Balance of payments BPM6: Financial account: Financial account Net: Total for G20 (G20B6FATT01CXCUQ), retrieved from FRED.