Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities to GDP for Ecuador
DDDM08ECA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.10
Year-over-Year Change
-8.22%
Date Range
1/1/1999 - 1/1/2020
Summary
The Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities to GDP for Ecuador measures the value of Ecuador's foreign equity liabilities as a percentage of its gross domestic product. This metric provides insights into Ecuador's international financial integration 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 Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities to GDP ratio represents the total value of Ecuador's portfolio equity liabilities held by foreign investors, divided by the country's GDP. This indicator offers economists and policymakers a view of Ecuador's level of financial openness and reliance on foreign capital.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank using national accounts and balance of payments statistics.
Historical Context
This trend is used by analysts to assess Ecuador's vulnerability to external shocks and its capacity to attract foreign investment.
Key Facts
- Ecuador's gross portfolio equity liabilities were 10.3% of GDP in 2020.
- This metric has increased from 3.9% in 2000, indicating greater financial integration.
- Equity liabilities provide a source of foreign capital but also expose Ecuador to global market risks.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities to GDP for Ecuador measures the value of Ecuador's foreign equity liabilities as a percentage of its gross domestic product.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This indicator offers insights into Ecuador's level of financial openness and reliance on foreign capital, which is relevant for assessing the country's vulnerability to external shocks and its capacity to attract investment.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank using national accounts and balance of payments statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers use this trend to evaluate Ecuador's international financial integration and exposure to global capital markets, which informs policies related to capital flows, financial stability, and economic development.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published annually by the World Bank, so there may be a delay of up to a year in the most recent information being available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities to GDP for Ecuador (DDDM08ECA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.