Balance of Payments: Financial Account: Net (Assets Minus Liabilities) for Portugal
PRTB6FATT01CXCUQ • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,353,646,000.00
Year-over-Year Change
178.54%
Date Range
1/1/1996 - 10/1/2024
Summary
The Balance of Payments: Financial Account: Net (Assets Minus Liabilities) for Portugal measures the net flow of cross-border investment and capital movements into and out of the country. This key economic indicator provides insights into Portugal's international financial position and capital flows.
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 Balance of Payments: Financial Account measures the net change in a country's ownership of international financial assets and liabilities. It tracks Portugal's cross-border transactions, including foreign direct investment, portfolio investment, and other investment categories. The net position can signal the direction and scale of capital flows.
Methodology
The data is collected by the Bank of Portugal through surveys and administrative sources.
Historical Context
This financial account metric is closely monitored by policymakers, central banks, and financial markets to assess a country's external stability and competitiveness.
Key Facts
- Portugal's financial account has run a net asset position since 2015.
- The net financial account surplus reached a high of over €10 billion in 2020.
- Outward foreign direct investment has been a key driver of Portugal's net asset position.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Balance of Payments: Financial Account: Net (Assets Minus Liabilities) for Portugal tracks the country's cross-border investments and capital flows.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into Portugal's international financial position and the direction of capital flows, which is crucial for assessing the country's external stability and competitiveness.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the Bank of Portugal through surveys and administrative sources.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers, central banks, and financial markets closely monitor this financial account metric to evaluate Portugal's external stability and international competitiveness.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published on a quarterly basis with some lag, but it provides a comprehensive view of Portugal's cross-border investment and capital flows.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Balance of Payments: Financial Account: Net (Assets Minus Liabilities) for Portugal (PRTB6FATT01CXCUQ), retrieved from FRED.