Balance of Payments: Portfolio Investment: Net (Assets Minus Liabilities) for G7
G7B6FAPI10CXCUQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-566,065,600,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
163.34%
Date Range
1/1/1999 - 10/1/2024
Summary
The Balance of Payments: Portfolio Investment: Net (Assets Minus Liabilities) for G7 measures the difference between portfolio investment assets and liabilities for the G7 economies. This metric is crucial for understanding cross-border capital flows and international financial positioning.
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 portfolio investment component of the balance of payments represents the net change in a country's holdings of foreign securities and foreign holdings of domestic securities. This trend provides insight into the investment activities and financing positions of the G7 group of leading industrialized nations.
Methodology
The data is collected and compiled by the U.S. Federal Reserve from various national statistics sources.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess global financial interconnectedness and the potential for cross-border spillovers.
Key Facts
- The G7 comprises Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, and the US.
- Portfolio investment includes equity and debt securities but excludes direct investment.
- Net portfolio investment position can indicate a country's international creditor or debtor status.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the net portfolio investment position of the G7 economies, capturing the difference between their holdings of foreign securities and foreign holdings of their domestic securities.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into international capital flows and the financial interconnectedness of the world's major developed economies, which is crucial for understanding global financial stability and potential cross-border spillovers.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and compiled by the U.S. Federal Reserve from various national statistics sources.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess global financial integration and the potential for cross-border shocks to impact domestic economies and financial markets.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to periodic revisions and may have publication lags, but it provides a comprehensive view of portfolio investment trends for the G7 economies.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Balance of Payments: Portfolio Investment: Net (Assets Minus Liabilities) for G7 (G7B6FAPI10CXCUQ), retrieved from FRED.