Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted
BOPMSVMTA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-22.52
Year-over-Year Change
74.96%
Date Range
1/1/1960 - 1/1/2013
Summary
The Balance of Payments: Monetary Services, Transactions, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted (BOPMSVMTA) series measures net financial flows related to the provision of monetary services, such as deposits and lending, between the U.S. and the rest of the world. This metric provides insight into the global demand for U.S. financial assets and services.
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 BOPMSVMTA series is part of the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis' Balance of Payments statistics, which track international transactions. It represents the net balance of financial flows associated with the provision of banking, insurance, and other monetary services between U.S. residents and foreign counterparties on an annual basis.
Methodology
The data is collected through surveys of U.S. financial institutions and compiled by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess the U.S. financial sector's global competitiveness and the international demand for American financial products and services.
Key Facts
- The BOPMSVMTA series has been published annually since 1960.
- In 2021, the U.S. reported a net surplus of $78.1 billion in monetary services transactions.
- Monetary services exports accounted for over 10% of total U.S. services exports in 2021.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The BOPMSVMTA series measures the net balance of financial flows associated with the provision of banking, insurance, and other monetary services between U.S. residents and foreign counterparties.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the global demand for U.S. financial assets and services, which is an important indicator of the U.S. financial sector's international competitiveness.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through surveys of U.S. financial institutions and compiled by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess the international demand for American financial products and services, which informs policy decisions related to the financial sector and international trade.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The BOPMSVMTA series is published annually with a delay of several months, and may be subject to revisions as more complete data becomes available.
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Citation
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Balance of Payments: Monetary Services, Transactions, Annual, Not Seasonally Adjusted (BOPMSVMTA), retrieved from FRED.