Track the US Federal Budget Balance to gauge government fiscal health and economic direction.
A positive figure signifies a budget surplus, while a negative figure denotes a deficit.
What it Measures
The difference between the federal government's income and expenditures from the previous month.
Usual Effect
When 'Actual' exceeds 'Forecast', it typically benefits the currency.
Source & Frequency
US Department of the Treasury (latest release) - https://home.treasury.gov/ • Data is published monthly, usually on the eighth business day following the end of the month.
How Data is Derived
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Also Known As
Monthly Treasury Statement, Treasury Budget
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