General Government Net Lending/Borrowing for Brazil
BRAGGXCNLGDP • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-4.69
Year-over-Year Change
-32.89%
Date Range
1/1/2001 - 1/1/2030
Summary
The General Government Net Lending/Borrowing for Brazil measures the difference between government revenue and expenditure, indicating whether the government is a net lender or borrower. This is a key economic indicator for assessing fiscal policy and sustainability.
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 General Government Net Lending/Borrowing captures the overall fiscal position of the Brazilian government, including federal, state, and local levels. It represents the balance between the government's total revenue and total expenditure, providing insight into the government's financing needs or surplus.
Methodology
The data is calculated based on government revenue and expenditure figures reported by the Brazilian statistical agency.
Historical Context
This indicator is closely monitored by policymakers, economists, and investors to evaluate the state of Brazil's public finances and the government's fiscal stance.
Key Facts
- Brazil's government was a net borrower in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Net lending/borrowing is measured as a percentage of GDP.
- Persistent government deficits can lead to rising public debt levels.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The General Government Net Lending/Borrowing for Brazil measures the difference between the Brazilian government's total revenue and total expenditure, indicating whether the government is a net lender or borrower.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This indicator provides insight into the overall fiscal position of the Brazilian government, which is crucial for assessing fiscal policy, sustainability, and the government's financing needs.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated based on government revenue and expenditure figures reported by the Brazilian statistical agency.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers, economists, and investors closely monitor this indicator to evaluate the state of Brazil's public finances and the government's fiscal stance, which informs policy decisions and market assessments.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to the reporting schedule of the Brazilian statistical agency, which may result in some update delays. Additionally, the indicator reflects the overall government fiscal position and does not provide a breakdown of revenue and expenditure components.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, General Government Net Lending/Borrowing for Brazil (BRAGGXCNLGDP), retrieved from FRED.