Net lending (+) or net borrowing (-) from financial-account transactions
IEANLF • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-299,464.00
Year-over-Year Change
7.82%
Date Range
1/1/1999 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The 'Net lending (+) or net borrowing (-) from financial-account transactions' metric measures the overall net flow of capital into or out of the U.S. This provides key insights into the nation's financial position and international trade balance.
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 tracks the net difference between a country's international financial asset transactions (lending) and liability transactions (borrowing). It offers a high-level view of a nation's international capital flows and can signal broader trends in trade, investment, and the broader economy.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis based on balance of payments accounting.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts monitor this metric to assess a country's international financial position and make inferences about its trade performance and capital flows.
Key Facts
- The U.S. has run a net borrowing position since the 1980s.
- Net borrowing peaked at over 6% of GDP during the 2000s housing bubble.
- Reducing the net borrowing position is a key economic policy goal.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the net difference between a country's international financial asset transactions (lending) and liability transactions (borrowing).
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: It offers a high-level view of a nation's international capital flows and can signal broader trends in trade, investment, and the broader economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis based on balance of payments accounting.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts monitor this metric to assess a country's international financial position and make inferences about its trade performance and capital flows.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published quarterly with a lag, so there may be a delay in reflecting the latest economic conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Net lending (+) or net borrowing (-) from financial-account transactions (IEANLF), retrieved from FRED.