Components of Balance of International Payments, financial asset acquisition

1 - Net acquisition of financial assets

'Net acquisition of financial assets' refers to the difference between the acquisition and disposal of foreign assets in the Financial Account of the Balance of Payments. A positive sign refers to an increase in foreign assets held by residents while a negative sign refers to a reduction in foreign assets.

1.2 - Canadian portfolio investment

'Canadian portfolio investment' refers to cross-border transactions and positions involving debt or equity securities, other than those included in direct investment or reserve assets. Unlike direct investors, portfolio investors have no significant influence on the operation or management of the enterprises in which they invest.

1.2.1 - Canadian portfolio investment, foreign debt securities

1.2.2 - Canadian portfolio investment, foreign equity and investment fund shares