Federal government expenditures: Coverage differences: Financial transactions: Net purchases of foreign currency (NIPA vs. Budget)

M318341Q027NBEA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

0.00

Year-over-Year Change

N/A%

Date Range

7/1/1959 - 10/1/2023

Summary

This economic trend measures differences in how the U.S. federal government's net purchases of foreign currency are reported in the National Income and Product Accounts (NIPA) versus the federal budget.

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: Net purchases of foreign currency (NIPA vs. Budget) trend provides insight into how the government's foreign currency transactions are accounted for across different reporting frameworks.

Methodology

The data is collected through the Bureau of Economic Analysis's National Income and Product Accounts and federal budget reporting processes.

Historical Context

This metric is used by economists and policymakers to reconcile differences between NIPA and budget data.

Key Facts

  • The NIPA and federal budget reporting frameworks can differ in how they account for foreign currency transactions.
  • This trend helps users reconcile these differences for a comprehensive view of the government's financial activities.
  • Data is available from 1947 to the present.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the differences in how the U.S. federal government's net purchases of foreign currency are reported in the National Income and Product Accounts (NIPA) versus the federal budget.

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

A: This metric is important for economists and policymakers to reconcile differences between NIPA and budget data, providing a more comprehensive view of the government's financial activities.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through the Bureau of Economic Analysis's National Income and Product Accounts and federal budget reporting processes.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is used by economists and policymakers to better understand and reconcile differences between how the government's foreign currency transactions are accounted for in NIPA versus the federal budget.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: Data for this trend is available from 1947 to the present, with no known significant update delays or limitations.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Federal government expenditures: Coverage differences: Financial transactions: Net purchases of foreign currency (NIPA vs. Budget) (M318341Q027NBEA), retrieved from FRED.