Consolidated Foreign Claims of BIS-Reporting Banks to GDP for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

DDOI12VCA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

53.61

Year-over-Year Change

-57.92%

Date Range

1/1/1983 - 1/1/2020

Summary

This trend measures the consolidated foreign claims of BIS-reporting banks as a percentage of GDP for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. It provides insight into the country's economic integration and exposure to global financial flows.

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 metric represents the total cross-border claims and local claims in foreign currency of internationally active banks headquartered in BIS-reporting countries. This indicator offers perspective on a country's integration with the global financial system and can inform assessments of economic and financial stability.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS).

Historical Context

This trend is used by policymakers, analysts, and investors to evaluate a country's international financial linkages and potential vulnerabilities.

Key Facts

  • Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is a small island country in the Caribbean.
  • This metric reached a high of 104.9% of GDP in 2016.
  • The trend has generally declined since the global financial crisis.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the consolidated foreign claims of BIS-reporting banks as a percentage of GDP for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

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

A: This indicator provides insight into Saint Vincent and the Grenadines' level of integration with the global financial system, which is important for assessing economic and financial stability.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS).

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is used by policymakers, analysts, and investors to evaluate a country's international financial linkages and potential vulnerabilities.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is subject to the reporting schedules and methodologies of the BIS.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Consolidated Foreign Claims of BIS-Reporting Banks to GDP for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (DDOI12VCA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.