Balance of Payments: Capital Account: Balance (Revenue Minus Expenditure) for Portugal
PRTB6CATT00CXCUQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,306,748,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
31.05%
Date Range
1/1/1996 - 10/1/2024
Summary
The Balance of Payments: Capital Account: Balance (Revenue Minus Expenditure) for Portugal measures Portugal's net capital account balance, providing insights into the country's international financial transactions.
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 capital account balance represents the net change in a country's international investment position, tracking inflows and outflows of capital such as foreign direct investment, portfolio investment, and debt financing. This metric is a key indicator of Portugal's financial integration and cross-border investment activity.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the Bank of Portugal based on international statistical guidelines.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this capital account data to assess Portugal's external position and financial stability.
Key Facts
- Portugal's capital account balance averaged €3.3 billion from 2010-2020.
- The capital account is one component of Portugal's overall balance of payments.
- Positive capital account balances indicate net capital inflows to the country.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Balance of Payments: Capital Account: Balance (Revenue Minus Expenditure) for Portugal tracks the net change in Portugal's international investment position, including foreign direct investment, portfolio flows, and debt financing.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This capital account metric provides insights into Portugal's financial integration and cross-border investment activity, which are key indicators of the country's external position and financial stability.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the Bank of Portugal based on international statistical guidelines for balance of payments accounting.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use Portugal's capital account balance to assess the country's external position and financial stability, which informs policy decisions on exchange rates, capital controls, and international economic relations.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The capital account data is published quarterly by the Bank of Portugal, with a typical 3-month lag between the reference period and release date.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Balance of Payments: Capital Account: Balance (Revenue Minus Expenditure) for Portugal (PRTB6CATT00CXCUQ), retrieved from FRED.