Balance of Payments: Financial Account: Net (Assets Minus Liabilities) for Hungary

HUNB6FATT01NCCUQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

268,356,900,000.00

Year-over-Year Change

27.51%

Date Range

1/1/1995 - 1/1/2024

Summary

The Balance of Payments: Financial Account: Net (Assets Minus Liabilities) for Hungary measures the net cross-border investment flows into and out of the country. This metric is a key indicator of Hungary's financial integration and external balance.

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 financial account tracks the net flow of investment capital into and out of Hungary, including foreign direct investment, portfolio investment, and other financial assets and liabilities. Economists and policymakers closely monitor this measure to assess the sustainability of Hungary's external position and capital flows.

Methodology

The data is collected and compiled by the Hungarian Central Bank based on international balance of payments reporting standards.

Historical Context

This metric is used to inform monetary, fiscal, and trade policies that affect Hungary's integration with global financial markets.

Key Facts

  • Hungary's financial account has been in net surplus since 2013.
  • The financial account measures both portfolio and direct investment flows.
  • Net inflows signal capital being attracted to the Hungarian economy.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The Balance of Payments: Financial Account: Net (Assets Minus Liabilities) for Hungary tracks the net cross-border investment flows into and out of the country.

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

A: This metric is a key indicator of Hungary's financial integration and external balance, which informs monetary, fiscal, and trade policies.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and compiled by the Hungarian Central Bank based on international balance of payments reporting standards.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers use this metric to assess the sustainability of Hungary's external position and capital flows, which affects integration with global financial markets.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is subject to the standard reporting lags and revisions associated with balance of payments statistics.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Balance of Payments: Financial Account: Net (Assets Minus Liabilities) for Hungary (HUNB6FATT01NCCUQ), retrieved from FRED.