Balance of payments BPM6: Capital account: Capital account Balance: Gross acquisitions/disposals of non-produced non-financial assets Balance for the European Union
EU28B6CATT01NCCUQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-5,859,300,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
1004.28%
Date Range
1/1/1999 - 10/1/2019
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the balance of capital account transactions, including acquisitions and disposals of non-produced non-financial assets, for the European Union. It provides insights into the EU's international investment position and capital flows.
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 capital account balance is a component of the overall balance of payments, reflecting cross-border transactions related to capital transfers and the acquisition/disposal of non-produced non-financial assets. This metric offers valuable information about an economy's international investment position and long-term capital movements.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by Eurostat based on standardized Balance of Payments and International Investment Position Manual (BPM6) methodology.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use the capital account balance to assess an economy's external financing and sustainability of its international investment position.
Key Facts
- The capital account tracks cross-border transactions related to capital transfers and non-produced non-financial assets.
- A surplus in the capital account indicates a net inflow of foreign investment into the EU.
- Analyzing the capital account is crucial for assessing an economy's external financing and international investment position.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks the balance of capital account transactions, including acquisitions and disposals of non-produced non-financial assets, for the European Union.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The capital account balance provides valuable insights into an economy's international investment position and long-term capital movements, which is crucial for assessing external financing and sustainability.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by Eurostat based on standardized Balance of Payments and International Investment Position Manual (BPM6) methodology.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use the capital account balance to assess an economy's external financing and sustainability of its international investment position.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to the publication schedule and potential revisions by Eurostat, the source of this economic indicator.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Balance of payments BPM6: Capital account: Capital account Balance: Gross acquisitions/disposals of non-produced non-financial assets Balance for the European Union (EU28B6CATT01NCCUQ), retrieved from FRED.