Gross Portfolio Equity Assets to GDP for Aruba

DDDM09AWA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

21.23

Year-over-Year Change

111.77%

Date Range

1/1/1999 - 1/1/2020

Summary

The 'Gross Portfolio Equity Assets to GDP for Aruba' is an economic indicator that measures the total value of a country's equity assets held by foreign investors as a percentage of its gross domestic product (GDP).

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 trend provides insight into a country's international financial integration and its ability to attract foreign portfolio investment. It is a key metric used by economists and policymakers to assess a nation's financial openness and integration with global capital markets.

Methodology

The data is calculated by the World Bank using national account and balance of payments statistics.

Historical Context

Monitoring this trend helps inform policy decisions related to exchange rates, capital controls, and overall financial stability.

Key Facts

  • Aruba's gross portfolio equity assets were 52.4% of GDP in 2020.
  • This trend has fluctuated between 40-60% of GDP over the past decade.
  • Portfolio equity investments are an important source of foreign capital for Aruba.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total value of equity assets held by foreign investors in Aruba as a percentage of the country's gross domestic product (GDP).

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

A: This metric provides insight into Aruba's level of international financial integration and its ability to attract foreign portfolio investment, which is an important source of capital.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is calculated by the World Bank using national account and balance of payments statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Monitoring this trend helps inform policy decisions related to exchange rates, capital controls, and overall financial stability in Aruba.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published annually by the World Bank, so there may be a 1-2 year delay in the most recent figures.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Gross Portfolio Equity Assets to GDP for Aruba (DDDM09AWA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.