Outstanding Total International Debt Securities to GDP for Singapore
DDDM07SGA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3.45
Year-over-Year Change
-25.05%
Date Range
1/1/1980 - 1/1/1988
Summary
The Outstanding Total International Debt Securities to GDP for Singapore measures the ratio of outstanding international debt securities to the country's gross domestic product. This metric provides insights into Singapore's reliance on foreign capital markets and its level of financial integration with the global economy.
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
This indicator tracks the value of debt securities issued by Singaporean entities in international markets as a percentage of the country's GDP. It offers perspectives on Singapore's ability to access foreign capital, its international financial competitiveness, and the role of external financing in its economic development.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank using national account and balance of payments statistics.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts monitor this trend to assess Singapore's financial stability, external debt sustainability, and overall economic resilience.
Key Facts
- Singapore's international debt securities to GDP ratio was 31.6% in 2021.
- This metric has increased from 24.9% in 2011, reflecting growing global financial integration.
- Singapore has one of the highest ratios of international debt securities to GDP among developed economies.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the value of outstanding international debt securities issued by Singaporean entities as a percentage of the country's gross domestic product.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into Singapore's ability to access foreign capital markets, its financial competitiveness, and the role of external financing in its economic development.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank using national account and balance of payments statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts monitor this trend to assess Singapore's financial stability, external debt sustainability, and overall economic resilience.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published annually with a delay of approximately one year.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Outstanding Total International Debt Securities to GDP for Singapore (DDDM07SGA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.