Financial Market: Share Prices for Canada
SPASTT01CAM661N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
185.05
Year-over-Year Change
21.49%
Date Range
1/1/1956 - 6/1/2025
Summary
The 'Financial Market: Share Prices for Canada' series tracks the overall performance of the Canadian stock market, a key indicator of economic conditions and investor sentiment.
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 measures the value of a portfolio of Canadian publicly traded equities, providing insight into the general direction of the Canadian equity market. It is widely used by economists, policymakers, and investors to assess the health and outlook of the Canadian economy.
Methodology
The data is calculated by S&P Dow Jones Indices based on the prices of a representative sample of Canadian stocks.
Historical Context
Trends in the Canadian stock market are closely watched for their implications on consumer confidence, business investment, and broader economic performance.
Key Facts
- The index is based on a portfolio of over 250 Canadian stocks.
- The Canadian stock market has gained over 30% in value since 2020.
- Share prices reflect investor sentiment about the Canadian economy.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This series tracks the overall value of a portfolio of publicly traded Canadian equities, providing a broad measure of the Canadian stock market's performance.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Trends in the Canadian stock market are closely watched as they reflect investor sentiment and have implications for consumer confidence, business investment, and the broader Canadian economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by S&P Dow Jones Indices based on the prices of a representative sample of Canadian stocks.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists monitor the Canadian stock market to assess the health and outlook of the Canadian economy, which can inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published daily and has no significant update delays, though it may not capture intraday volatility in the Canadian stock market.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Financial Market: Share Prices for Canada (SPASTT01CAM661N), retrieved from FRED.