Balance of Payments: Financial Account: Assets (or Net Acquisition of Assets) for Russia

RUSB6FATC01CXCUQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

26,298,800,000.00

Year-over-Year Change

-55.32%

Date Range

1/1/1994 - 10/1/2024

Summary

The Balance of Payments: Financial Account: Assets (or Net Acquisition of Assets) for Russia tracks the country's net foreign investment flows, providing insights into Russia's international financial position and economic integration.

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 trend represents Russia's net acquisition of foreign financial assets, such as stocks, bonds, and direct investments. It is a key component of the country's overall balance of payments, shedding light on Russia's level of international capital flows and integration with global financial markets.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the Central Bank of Russia based on balance of payments accounting principles.

Historical Context

Economists and policymakers monitor this trend to assess Russia's external financial position and the sustainability of its international economic relationships.

Key Facts

  • Russia's net acquisition of foreign assets was $78.1 billion in 2021.
  • The trend has shown significant volatility over the past decade.
  • Financial account inflows are an important source of funding for Russia's current account deficits.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures Russia's net acquisition of foreign financial assets, such as stocks, bonds, and direct investments. It represents the country's international capital flows and investment position.

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

A: This trend provides insights into Russia's external financial position and integration with global financial markets, which is crucial for understanding the country's economic conditions and sustainability of its international economic relationships.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the Central Bank of Russia based on balance of payments accounting principles.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Economists and policymakers monitor this trend to assess Russia's external financial position and the sustainability of its international economic relationships, which is important for informing economic policies and decision-making.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is subject to periodic revisions and may have some delays in publication, as is common with balance of payments statistics.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Balance of Payments: Financial Account: Assets (or Net Acquisition of Assets) for Russia (RUSB6FATC01CXCUQ), retrieved from FRED.