Balance of Payments: Capital Transfers: Balance (Revenue Minus Expenditure) for Russia

RUSB6CATT02CXCUQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

-30,050,000.00

Year-over-Year Change

-527.45%

Date Range

1/1/1994 - 10/1/2024

Summary

The Balance of Payments: Capital Transfers: Balance (Revenue Minus Expenditure) for Russia measures the net inflows and outflows of capital transfers between Russia and the rest of the world. This metric is important for analyzing Russia's international financial position and cross-border investment flows.

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

This economic indicator represents the balance between capital transfers received by Russia from other countries and the capital transfers paid by Russia to the rest of the world. Capital transfers include debt forgiveness, capital grants, and other non-financial transactions that involve the transfer of ownership of fixed assets or funds.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the Central Bank of Russia as part of the country's balance of payments statistics.

Historical Context

This metric is used by policymakers, analysts, and investors to assess Russia's financial integration with global markets and the direction of cross-border investment and capital flows.

Key Facts

  • Russia recorded a capital transfer surplus of $3.3 billion in 2021.
  • Capital transfers account for a small fraction of Russia's overall balance of payments.
  • The capital transfer balance has remained relatively stable in recent years.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This indicator measures the net balance of capital transfers between Russia and the rest of the world, reflecting inflows and outflows of capital grants, debt forgiveness, and other non-financial cross-border transactions.

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

A: The capital transfers balance provides insight into Russia's financial integration with global markets and the direction of cross-border investment and capital flows, which is useful for policymakers, analysts, and investors.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the Central Bank of Russia as part of the country's balance of payments statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess Russia's financial position and the impact of capital flows on the broader economy, which can inform policy decisions related to exchange rates, capital controls, and international investment.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published quarterly with a lag, and may be subject to revisions as additional information becomes available.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Balance of Payments: Capital Transfers: Balance (Revenue Minus Expenditure) for Russia (RUSB6CATT02CXCUQ), retrieved from FRED.