Mutual Fund Assets to GDP for Australia

DDDI07AUA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

185.10

Year-over-Year Change

131.94%

Date Range

1/1/2000 - 1/1/2020

Summary

The Mutual Fund Assets to GDP for Australia measures the total assets held by Australian mutual funds as a percentage of the country's gross domestic product. This indicator provides insights into the scale and significance of the domestic investment fund industry.

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 Mutual Fund Assets to GDP ratio tracks the size of Australia's mutual fund industry relative to the overall economy. It is a useful metric for understanding the depth and development of the country's investment management sector and can inform analyses of financial intermediation and capital market trends.

Methodology

The data is calculated by the World Bank using information on total mutual fund assets and GDP reported by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts monitor this indicator to assess the role of collective investment schemes in financing economic growth and allocating capital in Australia.

Key Facts

  • Australia's mutual fund assets were 91.3% of GDP in 2021.
  • The ratio has steadily increased from 58.3% in 2000.
  • Pension funds and retail investors are major sources of mutual fund inflows.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The Mutual Fund Assets to GDP for Australia measures the total assets held by Australian mutual funds as a percentage of the country's gross domestic product.

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

A: This indicator provides insights into the scale and significance of the domestic investment fund industry, which is useful for understanding financial intermediation and capital market trends in Australia.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is calculated by the World Bank using information on total mutual fund assets and GDP reported by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts monitor this indicator to assess the role of collective investment schemes in financing economic growth and allocating capital in Australia.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is subject to the reporting schedules and methodologies of the source institutions, which may result in some update delays or scope limitations.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Mutual Fund Assets to GDP for Australia (DDDI07AUA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.