Rest of the World; Trade Credit and Advances, Excluding Trade Credit from Non-U.S. Reinsurers; Liability, Transactions

ROWTPLQ027S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

9,020.00

Year-over-Year Change

-135.04%

Date Range

10/1/1946 - 1/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures trade credit and advances, excluding trade credit from non-U.S. reinsurers, as a liability transaction for the rest of the world. It provides insights into cross-border trade and financing activities.

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 'Rest of the World; Trade Credit and Advances, Excluding Trade Credit from Non-U.S. Reinsurers; Liability, Transactions' series represents the net change in trade credit and advances owed by the U.S. to the rest of the world, excluding credit from non-U.S. reinsurers. This metric is used to analyze global trade patterns and the financing of international transactions.

Methodology

The data is collected by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the Balance of Payments accounts.

Historical Context

This trend is relevant for policymakers and analysts studying the U.S. external sector and global trade dynamics.

Key Facts

  • Trade credit and advances account for a significant portion of cross-border financing.
  • The U.S. is a major provider of trade credit to the rest of the world.
  • This metric excludes trade credit from non-U.S. reinsurers to focus on broader trade patterns.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the net change in trade credit and advances owed by the U.S. to the rest of the world, excluding credit from non-U.S. reinsurers.

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

A: This metric provides insights into global trade patterns and the financing of international transactions, which is important for policymakers and analysts studying the U.S. external sector.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the Balance of Payments accounts.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is relevant for policymakers and analysts studying the U.S. external sector and global trade dynamics, as it provides insights into cross-border trade and financing activities.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is subject to the publication schedule and revision policies of the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Rest of the World; Trade Credit and Advances, Excluding Trade Credit from Non-U.S. Reinsurers; Liability, Transactions (ROWTPLQ027S), retrieved from FRED.