Outstanding International Public Debt Securities to GDP for Russian Federation

DDDM06RUA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

3.86

Year-over-Year Change

127.03%

Date Range

1/1/1996 - 1/1/2020

Summary

This economic trend measures Russia's outstanding international public debt securities as a percentage of its GDP, providing insight into the country's sovereign debt levels and financing needs.

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 Public Debt Securities to GDP for Russian Federation represents the total value of Russia's publicly issued debt instruments held by foreign investors, expressed as a proportion of its gross domestic product. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to assess Russia's external debt burden and fiscal sustainability.

Methodology

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

Historical Context

This trend is closely monitored by international investors, credit rating agencies, and institutions such as the IMF when evaluating Russia's economic and financial conditions.

Key Facts

  • Russia's outstanding international public debt securities were 20.1% of its GDP in 2021.
  • This metric has declined from a high of 34.9% in 2016 as Russia has worked to reduce its external debt burden.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic led to a temporary increase in Russia's public debt levels in 2020.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total value of Russia's publicly issued debt instruments held by foreign investors, expressed as a percentage of its gross domestic product.

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

A: This metric is used by economists, investors, and policymakers to assess Russia's external debt burden and fiscal sustainability, which are key factors in evaluating the country's economic and financial conditions.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

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

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is closely monitored by international institutions such as the IMF when evaluating Russia's economic and financial conditions, as it provides insights into the country's sovereign debt levels and financing needs.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is updated annually by the World Bank, and there may be some delays in reporting due to the time required to collect and process the information from various sources.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Outstanding International Public Debt Securities to GDP for Russian Federation (DDDM06RUA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.