National currency, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

BPBLTD01INQ636N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

-1,588,840,000,000.00

Year-over-Year Change

124.38%

Date Range

1/1/1960 - 4/1/2011

Summary

This economic trend measures the national currency, which is a key indicator of a country's financial and economic conditions. It is an important metric for economists and policymakers to assess a nation's financial stability and international trade position.

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 national currency trend represents the total value of a country's currency in circulation, including coins and banknotes. It is a fundamental macroeconomic indicator used to analyze a nation's monetary policy, exchange rates, and overall economic performance.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve on a quarterly basis.

Historical Context

Policymakers and market analysts closely monitor the national currency trend to inform decisions and make informed assessments about the health of the economy.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. national currency is the U.S. dollar (USD).
  • The national currency trend is reported on a quarterly basis.
  • Changes in the national currency can impact a country's trade balance and international competitiveness.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total value of a country's currency in circulation, including coins and banknotes. It is a fundamental macroeconomic indicator used to analyze a nation's monetary policy, exchange rates, and overall economic performance.

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

A: The national currency trend is an important metric for economists and policymakers to assess a nation's financial stability and international trade position. Changes in the national currency can impact a country's trade balance and international competitiveness.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve on a quarterly basis.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and market analysts closely monitor the national currency trend to inform decisions and make informed assessments about the health of the economy.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The national currency trend is reported on a quarterly basis, so there may be a delay in the most recent data being available.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, National currency, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (BPBLTD01INQ636N), retrieved from FRED.