Net Reserves by Months of Imported Goods and Services for Guinea
GINBRASSMIMH • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.55
Year-over-Year Change
-53.68%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2026
Summary
This economic trend measures the number of months of imported goods and services that Guinea's net international reserves can cover. It is an important indicator of a country's external liquidity and ability to finance imports.
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
Net reserves by months of imported goods and services represents the ratio of a country's net international reserves to its monthly imports. This metric provides insight into a nation's capacity to withstand external shocks and meet its foreign exchange obligations.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve using Guinea's net international reserves and monthly import values.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess Guinea's external sector vulnerability and inform decisions around exchange rate management and reserve adequacy.
Key Facts
- Guinea's net reserves can cover 3.2 months of imports as of the latest data.
- The trend has declined from a high of 5.6 months of import coverage in 2015.
- Adequate reserve levels are crucial for Guinea to withstand external shocks.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of months of imported goods and services that Guinea's net international reserves can cover. It provides insight into the country's external liquidity and ability to finance imports.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is an important indicator of a country's external sector vulnerability and is closely monitored by policymakers and analysts to assess reserve adequacy and inform exchange rate management decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve using Guinea's net international reserves and monthly import values.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to evaluate Guinea's external sector vulnerability and inform decisions around exchange rate management and reserve adequacy policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to the availability and timeliness of Guinea's international reserves and import statistics, which may result in occasional update delays or data limitations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Net Reserves by Months of Imported Goods and Services for Guinea (GINBRASSMIMH), retrieved from FRED.