Share Prices: All Shares/Broad: Total for Australia

SPASTT01AUA657N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

9.68

Year-over-Year Change

-337.14%

Date Range

1/1/1959 - 1/1/2024

Summary

The 'Share Prices: All Shares/Broad: Total for Australia' series tracks the overall performance of the Australian stock market, providing insight into investor sentiment and economic conditions.

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 index represents the total market value of all publicly traded companies on the Australian Securities Exchange. It is a key barometer of the health and growth of the Australian economy and is closely monitored by policymakers, investors, and analysts.

Methodology

The data is collected by the Australian Securities Exchange and calculated as a market capitalization-weighted index.

Historical Context

The Australian share price index is used to evaluate the strength of the nation's financial markets and as an input for making economic policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • The index has a base value of 100 as of December 31, 1979.
  • Australia is one of the largest stock markets in the Asia-Pacific region.
  • The index is a major component of the S&P/ASX All Ordinaries index.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The 'Share Prices: All Shares/Broad: Total for Australia' series tracks the overall performance of the Australian stock market by measuring the total market capitalization of all publicly traded companies.

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

A: This index is a key indicator of investor sentiment and economic conditions in Australia, and is closely watched by policymakers, investors, and analysts to evaluate the strength of the nation's financial markets.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the Australian Securities Exchange and calculated as a market capitalization-weighted index.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The Australian share price index is used by policymakers as an input for making economic policy decisions, as it provides insight into the overall health and growth of the Australian economy.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is updated regularly by the Australian Securities Exchange, but there may be some delays in the reporting of the latest figures.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Share Prices: All Shares/Broad: Total for Australia (SPASTT01AUA657N), retrieved from FRED.