M3 for Japan

Not Seasonally Adjusted

MYAGM3JPM189N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

1,288,145,800,000,000.00

Year-over-Year Change

3.46%

Date Range

12/1/1971 - 2/1/2017

Summary

This economic trend measures Japan's monetary aggregate M3, which represents the total quantity of money in circulation. It is a key indicator used by policymakers to understand broad money supply and inflationary pressures.

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 M3 money supply aggregate includes cash, checking deposits, savings deposits, money market mutual funds, and other time deposits. Economists and central banks analyze M3 to assess the overall liquidity and monetary conditions within an economy.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the Bank of Japan.

Historical Context

M3 is an important metric for monetary policy decisions and economic analysis.

Key Facts

  • M3 includes a broad range of liquid financial assets.
  • Changes in M3 can signal inflationary or deflationary pressures.
  • Central banks monitor M3 to guide monetary policy decisions.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the M3 money supply aggregate for Japan, which includes cash, checking deposits, savings deposits, money market funds, and other liquid financial assets.

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

A: M3 is a key indicator used by policymakers and economists to assess overall monetary conditions and inflationary pressures within the Japanese economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the Bank of Japan.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Central banks closely monitor M3 as an important metric for making monetary policy decisions to maintain economic stability and moderate inflation.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The M3 data is published by the Bank of Japan on a regular basis, but there may be some delays in the reporting and availability of the latest figures.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (MYAGM3JPM189N), retrieved from FRED.