Gross Portfolio Debt Liabilities to GDP for Portugal

DDDM10PTA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

60.19

Year-over-Year Change

-16.15%

Date Range

1/1/1999 - 1/1/2020

Summary

The Gross Portfolio Debt Liabilities to GDP for Portugal measures the country's outstanding portfolio debt, including bonds and notes, as a percentage of its gross domestic product. This metric is crucial for assessing Portugal's international financial exposure and debt sustainability.

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 Portugal's reliance on foreign portfolio investment, which can be an important source of funding but also creates potential vulnerabilities. Policymakers and analysts use this data to evaluate Portugal's external debt position and financial stability.

Methodology

The data is compiled by the World Bank from official national sources.

Historical Context

Gross portfolio debt liabilities are a key component of a country's external debt position, which is closely monitored by international institutions and financial markets.

Key Facts

  • Portugal's portfolio debt liabilities were 78.1% of GDP in 2020.
  • Portugal's portfolio debt liabilities peaked at 135.4% of GDP in 2012.
  • Portfolio debt is a major component of Portugal's total external debt.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The Gross Portfolio Debt Liabilities to GDP for Portugal measures the country's outstanding portfolio debt, including bonds and notes, as a percentage of its gross domestic product.

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

A: This metric is crucial for assessing Portugal's international financial exposure and debt sustainability, as portfolio debt can be an important source of funding but also creates potential vulnerabilities.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is compiled by the World Bank from official national sources.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Gross portfolio debt liabilities are a key component of a country's external debt position, which is closely monitored by international institutions and financial markets to evaluate financial stability.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published with a lag, and may not capture the most recent changes in Portugal's portfolio debt liabilities.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Gross Portfolio Debt Liabilities to GDP for Portugal (DDDM10PTA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.