Loans from Non-Resident Banks, Net, to GDP for Barbados
DDOI08BBA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-6.13
Year-over-Year Change
-497.56%
Date Range
1/1/1994 - 1/1/2019
Summary
This economic trend measures the net loans from non-resident banks to Barbados as a percentage of its GDP. It provides insight into the country's reliance on foreign bank financing and its overall economic conditions.
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 Loans from Non-Resident Banks, Net, to GDP for Barbados trend represents the balance of loans made by foreign banks to Barbados, net of any loans made by Barbados to those foreign banks, expressed as a percentage of the country's GDP. This metric is useful for assessing Barbados' integration with global financial markets and its ability to attract foreign capital.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank using national accounts and balance of payments data.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers and analysts to monitor Barbados' external financing conditions and inform decisions on economic and financial policies.
Key Facts
- Barbados has been a net recipient of loans from non-resident banks since the early 2000s.
- The ratio of net loans from non-resident banks to GDP peaked at around 20% in 2008.
- The trend has declined in recent years, indicating reduced reliance on foreign bank financing.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the net loans from non-resident banks to Barbados as a percentage of its GDP, providing insight into the country's reliance on foreign bank financing.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend is relevant for understanding Barbados' integration with global financial markets and its ability to attract foreign capital, which are important factors in assessing the country's economic conditions and policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank using national accounts and balance of payments data.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by policymakers and analysts to monitor Barbados' external financing conditions and inform decisions on economic and financial policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published by the World Bank, and there may be some delays in updates depending on the availability of the underlying national accounts and balance of payments data.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Loans from Non-Resident Banks, Net, to GDP for Barbados (DDOI08BBA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.