Rest of the World; U.S. Direct Investment Abroad, Including Netherlands Antillean Financial Subsidiaries; Liability (Current Cost), Transactions
ROWNAFQ027S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
314,855.00
Year-over-Year Change
-16.18%
Date Range
10/1/1946 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures the value of U.S. direct investment abroad, including investments in Netherlands Antillean financial subsidiaries. It is an important indicator of international financial flows and U.S. global economic engagement.
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; U.S. Direct Investment Abroad, Including Netherlands Antillean Financial Subsidiaries; Liability (Current Cost), Transactions' metric represents the changes in the value of U.S. direct investment positions abroad. It provides insights into the scale and direction of international capital flows involving the U.S.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis based on surveys of multinational enterprises.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by policymakers, investors, and analysts to understand U.S. global economic integration and the competitiveness of American firms abroad.
Key Facts
- U.S. direct investment abroad totaled over $6 trillion in 2021.
- The Netherlands Antilles were a popular tax haven for U.S. firms prior to their dissolution in 2010.
- This metric is a component of the U.S. international investment position accounts.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the value of changes in U.S. direct investment positions abroad, including investment in Netherlands Antillean financial subsidiaries. It provides insights into cross-border capital flows involving the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is an important indicator of U.S. global economic integration and the competitiveness of American firms operating internationally. It is closely monitored by policymakers, investors, and analysts to understand the scale and direction of international financial flows.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis based on surveys of multinational enterprises.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This metric provides insights into the international economic engagement of the United States, which is relevant for policymakers assessing trade, investment, and globalization policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published quarterly with a lag of several months. There may be limitations in fully capturing investments routed through tax havens like the former Netherlands Antilles.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Rest of the World; U.S. Direct Investment Abroad, Including Netherlands Antillean Financial Subsidiaries; Liability (Current Cost), Transactions (ROWNAFQ027S), retrieved from FRED.