Balance of Payments: Capital Transfers: Balance (Revenue Minus Expenditure) for Portugal
PRTB6CATT02CXCUQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,177,778,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
41.48%
Date Range
1/1/1996 - 10/1/2024
Summary
The Balance of Payments: Capital Transfers: Balance (Revenue Minus Expenditure) for Portugal tracks the net flow of capital transfers between Portugal and the rest of the world. This metric is a key indicator of a country's international investment position and capital account activity.
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
Capital transfers represent non-produced, non-financial assets and capital grants. The balance between capital transfer receipts and payments provides insight into Portugal's access to external funding sources and its ability to finance domestic investment. Economists closely monitor this data to assess Portugal's external financial position.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by Portugal's national statistics agency based on international standards.
Historical Context
Policymakers and market analysts use this metric to gauge Portugal's integration into global capital markets and financial account dynamics.
Key Facts
- Portugal's capital transfers balance was €2.5 billion in 2020.
- Capital transfers make up around 1% of Portugal's GDP.
- The capital transfers balance has fluctuated significantly over the past decade.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Balance of Payments: Capital Transfers: Balance (Revenue Minus Expenditure) for Portugal tracks the net flow of capital transfers between Portugal and the rest of the world.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into Portugal's access to external funding sources and ability to finance domestic investment, which is crucial for assessing the country's external financial position.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by Portugal's national statistics agency based on international standards.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and market analysts use this metric to gauge Portugal's integration into global capital markets and monitor the dynamics of its financial account.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published on a quarterly basis with a typical lag of several months.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Balance of Payments: Capital Transfers: Balance (Revenue Minus Expenditure) for Portugal (PRTB6CATT02CXCUQ), retrieved from FRED.