Primary Income Receipts: Investment income: Other investment income
IEAXIO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
63,279.00
Year-over-Year Change
358.44%
Date Range
1/1/1999 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic trend measures U.S. primary income receipts from other investment income, which reflects returns on foreign-held assets. It is an important indicator of the U.S. position in global capital markets and can inform economic and policy decisions.
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
Other investment income is a component of the U.S. primary income account, which tracks cross-border income flows. This metric captures earnings from assets like loans, deposits, and other investments held by U.S. residents in the rest of the world.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis as part of the national income and product accounts.
Historical Context
Analysts use this metric to assess the U.S. external income position and capital flows with the rest of the world.
Key Facts
- Other investment income accounts for about 25% of total U.S. primary income receipts.
- The U.S. has maintained a surplus in other investment income since the 1980s.
- Other investment income is more volatile than direct investment or portfolio investment income.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks U.S. primary income receipts from other investment income, which includes earnings on loans, deposits, and other financial assets held by U.S. residents in the rest of the world.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Other investment income is an important indicator of the U.S. position in global capital markets and can inform economic and policy decisions related to international trade, capital flows, and the financial account.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated 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 U.S. external income position and cross-border capital flows, which can inform decisions related to trade, investment, and financial regulations.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released quarterly by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, with a typical delay of 2-3 months. There may be revisions to historical data as part of regular updates to the national accounts.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Primary Income Receipts: Investment income: Other investment income (IEAXIO), retrieved from FRED.