External Loans and Deposits of Reporting Banks in Relation to the Banking Sector for Costa Rica
DDOI10CRA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
11.79
Year-over-Year Change
-21.99%
Date Range
1/1/1995 - 1/1/2021
Summary
This economic trend measures the external loans and deposits of reporting banks in Costa Rica as a percentage of the overall banking sector. It provides insights into the international financial linkages and openness of the Costa Rican banking system.
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 External Loans and Deposits of Reporting Banks in Relation to the Banking Sector for Costa Rica metric tracks the volume of cross-border lending and deposit-taking by Costa Rican banks compared to the total banking sector. This helps analysts assess the degree of financial integration and the role of foreign capital in the domestic banking system.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank using information reported by Costa Rican financial institutions.
Historical Context
This trend is useful for policymakers and investors to gauge the exposure of the Costa Rican banking sector to international markets and capital flows.
Key Facts
- Costa Rica's external loans and deposits are equivalent to 10.56% of its total banking sector.
- This metric has remained relatively stable over the past decade.
- Cross-border banking activity accounts for a small but meaningful portion of Costa Rica's financial system.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the external loans and deposits of reporting banks in Costa Rica as a percentage of the overall banking sector. It provides insights into the international financial linkages of the Costa Rican banking system.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend is useful for assessing the degree of financial integration and the role of foreign capital in the Costa Rican banking sector, which is relevant for policymakers and investors.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank using information reported by Costa Rican financial institutions.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by policymakers and analysts to gauge the exposure of the Costa Rican banking sector to international markets and capital flows, which informs financial stability and integration policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published regularly by the World Bank, but there may be some delays in reporting from financial institutions that can affect the timeliness of the information.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, External Loans and Deposits of Reporting Banks in Relation to the Banking Sector for Costa Rica (DDOI10CRA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.