Consolidated Foreign Claims of BIS-Reporting Banks to GDP for Qatar
DDOI12QAA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
94.05
Year-over-Year Change
139.86%
Date Range
1/1/1983 - 1/1/2020
Summary
This trend measures the consolidated foreign claims of BIS-reporting banks as a percentage of Qatar's GDP. It provides insight into Qatar's reliance on foreign bank financing and exposure to global financial markets.
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 consolidated foreign claims of BIS-reporting banks to GDP for Qatar represents the total cross-border lending and local lending in foreign currencies by international banks to borrowers in Qatar, expressed as a percentage of the country's gross domestic product. This metric is used to assess Qatar's level of financial integration and potential vulnerabilities to external shocks.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) based on reports from international banks.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this trend to evaluate Qatar's financial stability and the resilience of its economy to global financial conditions.
Key Facts
- Qatar's foreign bank claims-to-GDP ratio was 33.7% in 2021.
- The trend has declined from a peak of 50.4% in 2014.
- Reduced reliance on foreign bank financing may indicate greater financial self-sufficiency.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the consolidated foreign claims of BIS-reporting banks as a percentage of Qatar's gross domestic product, 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 assessing Qatar's level of financial integration with global markets and its vulnerability to external shocks, which is important for policymakers and investors.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) based on reports from international banks.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to evaluate Qatar's financial stability and the resilience of its economy to global financial conditions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published regularly by the BIS, but there may be some delays in reporting and potential limitations in the scope of the reporting banks.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consolidated Foreign Claims of BIS-Reporting Banks to GDP for Qatar (DDOI12QAA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.