Leading Indicators OECD: Component series: Interest rate spread: Normalised for Finland
FINLOCOSINOSTSAM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
100.44
Year-over-Year Change
0.64%
Date Range
1/1/1988 - 11/1/2022
Summary
The Leading Indicators OECD: Component series: Interest rate spread: Normalised for Finland measures the difference between long-term and short-term interest rates in Finland, a key indicator of economic conditions and expectations.
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
This trend represents the normalized interest rate spread between long-term and short-term bonds in Finland, a component of the OECD's Composite Leading Indicators (CLI) for the country. The interest rate spread is a widely tracked economic signal that can indicate the health of the financial sector and overall business cycle.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the OECD based on official government bond yields.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess Finland's economic outlook and guide monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The interest rate spread is a leading indicator of the business cycle.
- Finland's interest rate spread reached a low in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The OECD uses the normalized spread as one of its component indicators for Finland.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the difference between long-term and short-term interest rates in Finland, a key signal of financial conditions and economic expectations.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The interest rate spread is a widely followed indicator that can provide insights into the health of Finland's financial sector and broader economic outlook.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the OECD based on official government bond yields in Finland.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess Finland's economic conditions and guide monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be lags in data reporting, and the normalized nature of the metric limits direct comparisons to other countries.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Leading Indicators OECD: Component series: Interest rate spread: Normalised for Finland (FINLOCOSINOSTSAM), retrieved from FRED.