Real Broad Effective Exchange Rate for United States
RBUSBIS • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
108.71
Year-over-Year Change
-2.09%
Date Range
1/1/1994 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The Real Broad Effective Exchange Rate for the United States measures the value of the U.S. dollar relative to a basket of foreign currencies, adjusted for inflation. It provides insight into the international competitiveness of U.S. goods and services.
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 Real Broad Effective Exchange Rate is an important economic indicator that tracks the purchasing power and international trade position of the U.S. dollar. It is used by policymakers, economists, and businesses to evaluate the country's trade balance and economic performance.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the Federal Reserve based on exchange rates and price levels in major U.S. trading partner countries.
Historical Context
Analysts and policymakers monitor this trend to assess the impact of exchange rate movements on the U.S. economy, including exports, imports, and inflation.
Key Facts
- The base year for the index is 2010 = 100.
- A higher value indicates the U.S. dollar is appreciating in real terms.
- The index includes the currencies of over 25 major U.S. trading partners.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Real Broad Effective Exchange Rate measures the inflation-adjusted value of the U.S. dollar against a basket of foreign currencies.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insight into the international competitiveness of U.S. goods and services, which is important for evaluating the country's trade balance and economic performance.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Federal Reserve calculates the Real Broad Effective Exchange Rate based on exchange rates and price levels in major U.S. trading partner countries.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers, economists, and businesses monitor this trend to assess the impact of exchange rate movements on the U.S. economy, including exports, imports, and inflation.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Real Broad Effective Exchange Rate data is released monthly with a lag of around 1 month.
Related Trends
Consumer Price Index: All Items: Total for United States
CPALTT01USQ657N
Monetary Aggregates and Their Components: Narrow Money and Components: M1 and Components: M1 for United States
MANMM101USM189S
Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages for United States
USACP010000IXOBQ
Consumer Price Indices (CPIs, HICPs), COICOP 1999: Consumer Price Index: Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages for United States
USACP010000GYQ
International Merchandise Trade Statistics: Trade Balance: Commodities for United States
XTNTVA01USM667S
Balance of Payments: Current account balance (credit less debit) for United States
USABCAGDPBP6
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Real Broad Effective Exchange Rate for United States (RBUSBIS), retrieved from FRED.