Federal government expenditures: Coverage differences: Financial transactions: Loan disbursements less loan repayments and sales (NIPA vs. Budget)

M318321Q027NBEA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

9.55

Year-over-Year Change

-91.88%

Date Range

7/1/1959 - 10/1/2023

Summary

This economic trend measures net federal government loan transactions, a critical component of government financial activities. It helps economists and policymakers assess the government's role in credit markets and overall 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

The 'Federal government expenditures: Coverage differences: Financial transactions: Loan disbursements less loan repayments and sales' series tracks the difference between new federal loans issued and loan repayments or sales. This metric provides insight into the government's direct participation in credit markets.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis using National Income and Product Accounts (NIPA) and federal budget data.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this trend to evaluate the government's fiscal position and its influence on credit conditions.

Key Facts

  • This metric tracks net federal lending activity.
  • It provides insight into the government's credit market participation.
  • The data is calculated using NIPA and federal budget information.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the net federal government loan transactions, capturing the difference between new loans issued and loan repayments or sales.

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

A: This metric provides insight into the government's direct participation in credit markets, which is an important component of fiscal policy and government financial activities.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis using National Income and Product Accounts (NIPA) and federal budget data.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to evaluate the government's fiscal position and its influence on credit conditions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is subject to the timely release of NIPA and federal budget information.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Federal government expenditures: Coverage differences: Financial transactions: Loan disbursements less loan repayments and sales (NIPA vs. Budget) (M318321Q027NBEA), retrieved from FRED.