Credit to Government and State-Owned Enterprises to GDP for France

DDEI08FRA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

17.79

Year-over-Year Change

9.57%

Date Range

1/1/1980 - 1/1/2020

Summary

This economic trend measures the total credit provided to the government and state-owned enterprises as a percentage of France's GDP. It is an important indicator for assessing a country's fiscal health and the government's role in the economy.

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

The Credit to Government and State-Owned Enterprises to GDP metric tracks the flow of credit to public institutions in France. This helps economists and policymakers understand the government's reliance on debt financing and the potential risks or crowding-out effects on private investment.

Methodology

The data is collected by the World Bank from national accounts and government finance statistics.

Historical Context

This trend is used to evaluate France's fiscal policy, public debt sustainability, and the role of the state in the French economy.

Key Facts

  • France's credit to government and state-owned enterprises was 66.2% of GDP in 2021.
  • The trend has increased from around 50% of GDP in the early 2000s.
  • High government borrowing can crowd out private investment and economic growth.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total credit provided to the government and state-owned enterprises as a percentage of France's gross domestic product (GDP).

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

A: This metric is important for assessing a country's fiscal health, the government's role in the economy, and the potential risks or crowding-out effects on private investment.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the World Bank from national accounts and government finance statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is used to evaluate France's fiscal policy, public debt sustainability, and the role of the state in the French economy.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published annually with a lag, so there may be delays in accessing the most recent information.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Credit to Government and State-Owned Enterprises to GDP for France (DDEI08FRA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.