Outstanding International Private Debt Securities to GDP for Sri Lanka

DDDM05LKA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

0.22

Year-over-Year Change

-11.72%

Date Range

1/1/1998 - 1/1/2020

Summary

This economic trend measures Sri Lanka's outstanding international private debt securities as a percentage of its GDP. It provides insight into the country's private sector external financing and exposure to global capital markets.

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 indicator tracks the total value of international debt securities issued by Sri Lanka's private sector relative to the country's overall economic output. This metric is used to assess a nation's access to global credit markets and its reliance on foreign investment.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank using information from national sources and international organizations.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts monitor this trend to evaluate Sri Lanka's financial integration, external vulnerabilities, and private sector development.

Key Facts

  • Sri Lanka's international private debt securities were 17.4% of GDP in 2020.
  • This metric has increased from 6.5% in 2000, indicating greater private sector reliance on foreign capital.
  • High levels of external private debt can expose Sri Lanka to global financial shocks.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total value of international debt securities issued by Sri Lanka's private sector as a percentage of the country's GDP.

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

A: This metric provides insight into Sri Lanka's private sector access to global capital markets and reliance on foreign investment, which is important for assessing financial integration and external vulnerabilities.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank using information from national sources and international organizations.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts monitor this trend to evaluate Sri Lanka's financial integration, private sector development, and exposure to global financial shocks.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data may have update delays due to the time required for national sources to report information to international organizations.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Outstanding International Private Debt Securities to GDP for Sri Lanka (DDDM05LKA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.