External Loans and Deposits of Reporting Banks in Relation to the Banking Sector for Nicaragua

DDOI10NIA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

8.85

Year-over-Year Change

-67.08%

Date Range

1/1/1995 - 1/1/2021

Summary

This trend measures the external loans and deposits of reporting banks in Nicaragua in relation to the overall banking sector. It provides insights into the country's international financial linkages and the stability of its 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 Nicaragua is an economic indicator that tracks the total loans and deposits held by Nicaraguan banks with non-resident counterparties, as a percentage of the overall banking sector. This metric offers perspectives on a country's international financial integration and the vulnerabilities within its banking system.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank from national sources.

Historical Context

This trend is used by economists and policymakers to assess Nicaragua's financial openness and the resilience of its banking sector to external shocks.

Key Facts

  • Nicaragua's external loans and deposits were 10.156% of its banking sector in the latest year.
  • This indicator has declined from a high of 13.36% in 2010.
  • Higher values suggest greater international financial integration but also potential systemic risks.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the external loans and deposits of reporting banks in Nicaragua as a percentage of the overall banking sector. It provides insights into the country's international financial linkages and the stability of its banking system.

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

A: This indicator is relevant for understanding Nicaragua's financial openness and the resilience of its banking sector to external shocks. It offers perspectives on the country's international financial integration and potential systemic vulnerabilities.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank from national sources.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Economists and policymakers use this trend to assess Nicaragua's financial openness and the stability of its banking system, which informs policies related to financial regulation, international capital flows, and crisis preparedness.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: There may be lags in data reporting and publication, and the coverage may be limited to the banks included in Nicaragua's reporting.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, External Loans and Deposits of Reporting Banks in Relation to the Banking Sector for Nicaragua (DDOI10NIA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.