Federal Government; Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) Allocations; Liability, Transactions

FGSDARQ027S • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

0.00

Year-over-Year Change

N/A%

Date Range

10/1/1946 - 1/1/2025

Summary

This economic trend measures the federal government's special drawing rights (SDRs) allocations and transactions, which are a type of international reserve asset created by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

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

SDRs represent potential claims on the freely usable currencies of IMF members. Tracking the federal government's SDR allocations and transactions is important for understanding the United States' participation in the global financial system and its international reserve position.

Methodology

The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess the U.S. government's international financial activities and reserve management.

Key Facts

  • SDRs are an international reserve asset created by the IMF.
  • The U.S. government holds SDRs as part of its international reserve assets.
  • SDR transactions can be used to settle international obligations.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the federal government's special drawing rights (SDRs) allocations and transactions, which represent the U.S. government's holdings and movements of this international reserve asset.

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

A: Tracking the federal government's SDR allocations and transactions is important for understanding the United States' participation in the global financial system and its international reserve position.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess the U.S. government's international financial activities and reserve management.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published regularly by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, but may have update delays depending on the agency's reporting schedule.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Federal Government; Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) Allocations; Liability, Transactions (FGSDARQ027S), retrieved from FRED.