This indicator captures the overall change in a government's financial position through its transactions involving financial assets, reflecting both domestic and international claims, including Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) and gold reserves maintained by central banks. By assessing the net increase in these assets, it provides crucial insights into the nation's liquidity and investment strategies. The measure highlights the balance between asset acquisition and any associated liabilities incurred, offering a comprehensive picture of fiscal health. An upward trend in this indicator may signal a strengthening economy, with the government enhancing its financial reserves, while a decline could indicate potential financial strain or depletion of resources available for future investments and obligations. Source: