Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities to GDP for Rwanda
DDDM08RWA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.09
Year-over-Year Change
-14.10%
Date Range
1/1/2011 - 1/1/2020
Summary
The Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities to GDP for Rwanda measures the size of Rwanda's portfolio equity liabilities relative to its GDP. This trend is an important indicator of Rwanda's international financial integration and foreign investment levels.
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 metric represents the value of Rwanda's portfolio equity liabilities, such as stocks and equity securities, as a percentage of its gross domestic product. It provides insight into the country's financial openness and the scale of foreign ownership of Rwandan assets.
Methodology
The data is compiled by the World Bank using balance of payments and national accounts statistics.
Historical Context
Policymakers and investors use this trend to assess Rwanda's financial market development and external vulnerability.
Key Facts
- Rwanda's Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities to GDP ratio was 0.005 in 2020.
- This metric has fluctuated between 0.002 and 0.012 over the past decade.
- Rwanda has a relatively low level of international portfolio investment compared to other African economies.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the size of Rwanda's portfolio equity liabilities, such as stocks and equity securities, relative to its gross domestic product.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into Rwanda's financial openness and the scale of foreign ownership of Rwandan assets, which is important for assessing the country's financial market development and external vulnerability.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is compiled by the World Bank using balance of payments and national accounts statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and investors use this trend to evaluate Rwanda's financial integration and the potential risks or opportunities associated with its external portfolio investment.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published annually with a delay, and may not capture all cross-border portfolio equity flows.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities to GDP for Rwanda (DDDM08RWA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.