Use of Financial Services, Assets: Outstanding Loans at Credit Unions and Financial Cooperatives for Colombia

COLFCSODUXDC • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

4,335,210,000,000.00

Year-over-Year Change

106.29%

Date Range

1/1/2004 - 1/1/2023

Summary

This trend measures the outstanding loans at credit unions and financial cooperatives in Colombia, providing insight into the use of financial services and assets in the country.

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 Use of Financial Services, Assets: Outstanding Loans at Credit Unions and Financial Cooperatives for Colombia series tracks the total value of outstanding loans held by credit unions and financial cooperatives in the Colombian financial system. This metric offers economists and policymakers a view into the level of financial intermediation and access to credit for households and businesses.

Methodology

The data is collected by the Central Bank of Colombia through surveys of credit unions and financial cooperatives.

Historical Context

This trend is used to monitor the health and activity of the cooperative financial sector in Colombia, which plays a key role in providing credit to underserved populations.

Key Facts

  • Colombia has over 200 credit unions and financial cooperatives.
  • Cooperative financial institutions hold over 10% of total financial assets in Colombia.
  • Outstanding loans at credit unions and cooperatives have grown by 50% in the past 5 years.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total value of outstanding loans held by credit unions and financial cooperatives in the Colombian financial system.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This metric offers insight into the level of financial intermediation and access to credit for households and businesses through the cooperative financial sector in Colombia.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the Central Bank of Colombia through surveys of credit unions and financial cooperatives.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is used to monitor the health and activity of the cooperative financial sector in Colombia, which plays a key role in providing credit to underserved populations.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published quarterly with a lag of approximately 3 months.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Use of Financial Services, Assets: Outstanding Loans at Credit Unions and Financial Cooperatives for Colombia (COLFCSODUXDC), retrieved from FRED.