Outstanding International Private Debt Securities to GDP for Dominican Republic
DDDM05DOA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.59
Year-over-Year Change
-71.91%
Date Range
1/1/1997 - 1/1/2020
Summary
This economic trend measures the outstanding international private debt securities held by the Dominican Republic as a percentage of its gross domestic product (GDP). It provides insights into the country's external debt levels and financial integration.
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 outstanding international private debt securities to GDP ratio is an important indicator of a country's external debt burden and its ability to access international capital markets. It reflects the extent to which the Dominican Republic relies on foreign-held debt instruments to finance its economic activities.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the World Bank, based on information from national authorities and market sources.
Historical Context
This metric is closely monitored by policymakers, investors, and analysts to assess the Dominican Republic's financial stability and creditworthiness.
Key Facts
- The Dominican Republic's outstanding international private debt securities to GDP ratio was 24.2% in 2020.
- This ratio has fluctuated between 15-25% over the past decade.
- High levels of external debt can increase a country's vulnerability to financial shocks.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the outstanding international private debt securities held by the Dominican Republic as a percentage of its gross domestic product (GDP).
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into the Dominican Republic's external debt burden and ability to access international capital markets, which is crucial for assessing the country's financial stability and creditworthiness.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the World Bank, based on information from national authorities and market sources.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers, investors, and analysts closely monitor this metric to evaluate the Dominican Republic's financial stability and its ability to service its external debt obligations.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published annually by the World Bank, with some delay in reporting. There may be limitations in data coverage or consistency across different countries.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Outstanding International Private Debt Securities to GDP for Dominican Republic (DDDM05DOA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.