Gross Debt Position of the General Government for Senegal
SENGGXWDGG01GDPPT • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
110.55
Year-over-Year Change
160.95%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2026
Summary
The Gross Debt Position of the General Government for Senegal measures the total outstanding debt owed by the Senegalese government. This metric is closely tracked by economists and policymakers to assess the country's fiscal health and ability to service its debt obligations.
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 series represents the general government gross debt as a percentage of Senegal's GDP. It includes both short-term and long-term debt owed by central, state, and local governments and their respective agencies. The debt position is a critical indicator of a government's fiscal sustainability and creditworthiness.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) based on Senegal's own government finance statistics.
Historical Context
Policymakers and investors use this metric to gauge Senegal's fiscal stability and debt servicing capacity, which can impact the country's access to international capital markets.
Key Facts
- Senegal's general government debt was 67.7% of GDP in 2021.
- Debt levels have risen in recent years due to increased infrastructure and social spending.
- High debt burdens can constrain a government's ability to respond to economic shocks.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Gross Debt Position of the General Government for Senegal measures the total outstanding debt owed by the Senegalese government, including central, state, and local governments.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is closely tracked by economists and policymakers to assess Senegal's fiscal health and ability to service its debt obligations, which can impact the country's access to international capital markets.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) based on Senegal's own government finance statistics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and investors use this metric to gauge Senegal's fiscal stability and debt servicing capacity, which can inform decisions about fiscal and monetary policies, as well as the country's creditworthiness.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published on a regular basis by the IMF, but there may be some delays in reporting or limitations in the underlying data collected by the Senegalese government.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Gross Debt Position of the General Government for Senegal (SENGGXWDGG01GDPPT), retrieved from FRED.