Financial Market: Share Prices for Hungary
SPASTT01HUQ661N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
444.00
Year-over-Year Change
125.49%
Date Range
1/1/1991 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The 'Financial Market: Share Prices for Hungary' series tracks the overall stock market performance in Hungary, providing an important indicator of economic and financial 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 series measures the share price index for Hungary, which captures the weighted average price of a basket of stocks traded on the Budapest Stock Exchange. It serves as a barometer for investor sentiment and can signal trends in corporate profitability, economic growth, and market risk.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the Federal Reserve based on information from the Budapest Stock Exchange.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this index to assess the health of Hungary's financial markets and broader economic environment.
Key Facts
- Hungary's stock market is represented by the Budapest Stock Exchange (BSE).
- The share price index tracks the weighted average price of stocks traded on the BSE.
- Stock market performance is a key indicator of investor sentiment and economic conditions.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This series measures the overall share price index for the stock market in Hungary, providing an indicator of financial market performance and investor sentiment.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The Hungarian share price index is an important barometer for assessing the health of the country's financial markets and broader economic environment.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the Federal Reserve based on information from the Budapest Stock Exchange.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this index to monitor the performance of Hungary's financial markets and gauge broader economic conditions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published regularly by the Federal Reserve, but may be subject to occasional delays or revisions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Financial Market: Share Prices for Hungary (SPASTT01HUQ661N), retrieved from FRED.