Economic Policy Uncertainty Index for Spain
SPEPUINDXM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
213.16
Year-over-Year Change
160.87%
Date Range
1/1/2001 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The Economic Policy Uncertainty Index for Spain tracks the level of policy-related economic uncertainty in the country, providing insights into the macroeconomic environment.
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
The index quantifies newspaper coverage of policy-related economic uncertainty, capturing factors like government budget, fiscal and monetary policies, regulations, and political events that could impact the Spanish economy.
Methodology
The index is calculated based on the frequency of articles in leading Spanish newspapers that contain certain keywords related to economic policy uncertainty.
Historical Context
The index is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess the impact of policy uncertainty on business and consumer confidence, investment, and economic growth.
Key Facts
- The index has been calculated monthly since 1997.
- Policy uncertainty tends to rise during periods of political or economic turmoil.
- Elevated policy uncertainty can negatively impact business investment and consumer spending.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Economic Policy Uncertainty Index for Spain quantifies the level of uncertainty surrounding economic policies in the country.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The index provides insights into the macroeconomic environment and can help economists and policymakers assess the potential impact of policy uncertainty on the Spanish economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The index is calculated based on the frequency of articles in leading Spanish newspapers that contain certain keywords related to economic policy uncertainty.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The index is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to understand the impact of policy uncertainty on business and consumer confidence, investment, and economic growth.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is calculated and published monthly, with no significant update delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Economic Policy Uncertainty Index for Spain (SPEPUINDXM), retrieved from FRED.