US Dollars, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted

BPDBTD01LUQ637S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

6,378,160,000.00

Year-over-Year Change

-1.77%

Date Range

1/1/1995 - 1/1/2014

Summary

This economic trend measures the total U.S. dollars exchanged across component sub-periods on a quarterly, seasonally adjusted basis. It provides insights into cross-border transactions and capital flows within the U.S. economy.

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 US Dollars, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted trend represents the total value of U.S. dollar transactions occurring within and across different time periods in a given quarter. It is a key indicator of cross-border financial activity and the overall dynamics of the U.S. dollar as a global reserve currency.

Methodology

The data is collected by the U.S. Federal Reserve through monitoring of international transactions and currency exchange flows.

Historical Context

This trend is widely used by economists, policymakers, and financial analysts to assess the strength and global role of the U.S. dollar.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. dollar is the world's primary reserve currency.
  • Cross-border transactions totaled over $4 trillion in Q4 2022.
  • Seasonally adjusted data accounts for regular quarterly fluctuations.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total value of U.S. dollar transactions occurring across different time periods within a given quarter, providing insights into cross-border financial activity and the global role of the U.S. dollar.

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

A: This trend is a key indicator of the strength and usage of the U.S. dollar globally, which is crucial for economists, policymakers, and financial analysts to assess economic conditions and trends.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the U.S. Federal Reserve through monitoring of international transactions and currency exchange flows.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is widely used by policymakers and central banks to understand the dynamics of global capital flows and the status of the U.S. dollar as a reserve currency, which informs monetary and exchange rate policies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is released on a quarterly basis, with a delay of several weeks after the end of each quarter. The seasonally adjusted nature of the data may also limit its use for short-term analysis.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, US Dollars, Sum Over Component Sub-periods, Quarterly, Seasonally Adjusted (BPDBTD01LUQ637S), retrieved from FRED.