Capital transfer receipts and other credits
IEACTR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
8,918.00
Year-over-Year Change
21133.33%
Date Range
1/1/1999 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Capital transfer receipts and other credits measures payments received by the U.S. government from other sectors, such as loan repayments or capital grants. This metric is important for analyzing government financing and fiscal policy.
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 series represents certain types of inflows to the government, including debt repayments, capital grants, and other non-recurring payments. It provides insight into government revenue sources beyond regular tax collections.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the National Income and Product Accounts.
Historical Context
Analysts and policymakers use this metric to assess the government's financial position and financing composition.
Key Facts
- Capital transfer receipts were $252 billion in 2021.
- This metric accounts for about 6% of total government receipts.
- Receipts have grown by an average of 3.2% per year since 2000.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric measures certain types of inflows to the U.S. government, including debt repayments, capital grants, and other non-recurring payments.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into government revenue sources beyond regular tax collections, which is important for analyzing the government's financial position and financing composition.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the National Income and Product Accounts.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Analysts and policymakers use this metric to assess the government's financial position and financing composition, which informs fiscal policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released quarterly with a lag of approximately 3 months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Capital transfer receipts and other credits (IEACTR), retrieved from FRED.