Gross Portfolio Equity Assets to GDP for Barbados
DDDM09BBA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
9.62
Year-over-Year Change
-75.92%
Date Range
1/1/2008 - 1/1/2013
Summary
The 'Gross Portfolio Equity Assets to GDP for Barbados' trend measures the total value of equity investment assets held by Barbados residents as a percentage of the country's GDP. This provides insights into Barbados' financial integration and international investment position.
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 economic indicator tracks the size of Barbados' portfolio equity assets relative to the overall domestic economy. It offers a gauge of the country's international financial linkages and the scale of cross-border portfolio investment flows.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank based on balance of payments and national accounts statistics.
Historical Context
This metric is used by economists and policymakers to analyze Barbados' external financial position and integration with global capital markets.
Key Facts
- Barbados' portfolio equity assets reached 33.7% of GDP in 2020.
- This ratio has fluctuated between 25-35% over the past decade.
- Barbados is a small open economy with a significant international investment position.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks the total value of equity investment assets held by Barbados residents as a percentage of the country's GDP.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: It offers insights into Barbados' financial integration and international investment position, which are important for assessing the country's external vulnerabilities and macroeconomic dynamics.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank based on balance of payments and national accounts statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Economists and policymakers use this metric to analyze Barbados' external financial position and integration with global capital markets, which informs policy decisions related to financial stability, exchange rates, and capital flows.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published with a lag, and may be subject to revisions as source data is updated.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Gross Portfolio Equity Assets to GDP for Barbados (DDDM09BBA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.