Gross Portfolio Equity Assets to GDP for El Salvador
DDDM09SVA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.55
Year-over-Year Change
342.03%
Date Range
1/1/2001 - 1/1/2020
Summary
The 'Gross Portfolio Equity Assets to GDP for El Salvador' series measures the value of El Salvador's portfolio equity assets as a percentage of its gross domestic product (GDP). This indicator provides insights into the country's international investment position and financial integration.
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 trend represents the size of El Salvador's portfolio equity assets relative to the overall size of its economy. It is an important metric for assessing the country's level of foreign investment and its integration with global financial markets.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the World Bank using national accounts and balance of payments data.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this indicator to evaluate El Salvador's external financial exposure and its susceptibility to global financial shocks.
Key Facts
- El Salvador's portfolio equity assets were 7.4% of GDP in 2020.
- This metric has declined from a peak of 10.3% in 2007.
- The trend reflects El Salvador's increasing financial integration with global markets.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the value of El Salvador's portfolio equity assets, such as stocks and mutual funds, as a percentage of its gross domestic product (GDP).
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This indicator provides insights into El Salvador's level of foreign investment and its integration with global financial markets, which is important for assessing the country's external financial exposure and susceptibility to global shocks.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by the World Bank using national accounts and balance of payments data.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this indicator to evaluate El Salvador's external financial exposure and its susceptibility to global financial shocks, which is relevant for informing economic policies and decision-making.
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 or more in the most recent observations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Gross Portfolio Equity Assets to GDP for El Salvador (DDDM09SVA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.