Balance of Payments: Reserve Assets: Assets (or Net Acquisition of Assets) for Japan
JPNB6FARA01CXCUQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
6,579,392,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
462.59%
Date Range
1/1/1996 - 1/1/2025
Summary
The Balance of Payments: Reserve Assets: Assets (or Net Acquisition of Assets) for Japan measures Japan's accumulation of foreign exchange reserves. This metric is crucial for assessing the country's external economic position and its ability to manage exchange rate fluctuations.
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 Japan's net acquisition of foreign assets held as part of its official foreign exchange reserves. Reserve assets are holdings of monetary gold, special drawing rights, reserve positions in the IMF, and foreign exchange assets that are readily available to and controlled by monetary authorities for meeting balance of payments financing needs.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the Bank of Japan based on Japan's balance of payments statistics.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this metric to evaluate Japan's international competitiveness and the stability of its currency.
Key Facts
- Japan has the second-largest foreign exchange reserves in the world after China.
- Japan's reserve assets exceeded $1.3 trillion as of 2022.
- The Bank of Japan closely monitors reserve asset levels to maintain exchange rate stability.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures Japan's net acquisition of foreign assets held as part of its official foreign exchange reserves, which are crucial for managing the country's balance of payments and exchange rate.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is important for evaluating Japan's international competitiveness, the stability of its currency, and its ability to address balance of payments financing needs.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the Bank of Japan based on Japan's balance of payments statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess Japan's external economic position and guide decisions related to exchange rate management, international trade, and foreign exchange interventions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published with a relatively short delay, and the methodology is transparent, making this a reliable and timely indicator of Japan's reserve asset movements.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Balance of Payments: Reserve Assets: Assets (or Net Acquisition of Assets) for Japan (JPNB6FARA01CXCUQ), retrieved from FRED.