Quarterly
BPFAOI03RUQ637N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
18,998,000,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
-2350.95%
Date Range
1/1/1994 - 4/1/2012
Summary
The Quarterly Balance of Payments Financial Account: Other Investment, Net represents changes in the net value of financial assets and liabilities between the U.S. and the rest of the world, excluding direct investment, portfolio investment, and reserve assets.
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
This economic indicator is part of the Balance of Payments account, which tracks a country's international economic transactions. The Other Investment component measures cross-border financial flows that are not classified as direct investment, portfolio investment, or reserve assets.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the comprehensive Balance of Payments accounts.
Historical Context
This metric provides insight into the international financial activities of U.S. businesses, households, and governments.
Key Facts
- The Quarterly Balance of Payments Financial Account: Other Investment, Net is reported in billions of U.S. dollars.
- This metric captures cross-border financial transactions that are not direct investment, portfolio investment, or reserve assets.
- Tracking Other Investment flows provides insight into the international financial activities of U.S. entities.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Quarterly Balance of Payments Financial Account: Other Investment, Net measures changes in the net value of financial assets and liabilities between the U.S. and the rest of the world, excluding direct investment, portfolio investment, and reserve assets.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the international financial activities of U.S. businesses, households, and governments, which is important for understanding the broader Balance of Payments and the U.S. economy's global financial position.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the comprehensive Balance of Payments accounts.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Tracking Other Investment flows helps economists and policymakers understand the U.S. economy's international financial activities, which can inform decisions related to monetary policy, trade policy, and broader economic management.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Quarterly Balance of Payments Financial Account: Other Investment, Net data is typically released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis within 3 months after the end of each quarter, with some potential for minor revisions in subsequent releases.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Balance of Payments Financial Account: Other Investment, Net (BPFAOI03RUQ637N), retrieved from FRED.