Use of Financial Services: Key Indicators, Depositors with Commercial Banks Per 1000 Adults for Tunisia

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

Latest Value

1,045.20

Year-over-Year Change

73.57%

Date Range

1/1/2005 - 1/1/2018

Summary

The 'Use of Financial Services: Key Indicators, Depositors with Commercial Banks Per 1000 Adults for Tunisia' metric tracks the number of deposit account holders per 1,000 adults in Tunisia's commercial banking system. This measure provides insights into the level of financial inclusion and access to basic banking services in the country.

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 indicator from the World Bank's Global Financial Inclusion (Global Findex) Database represents the number of adults in Tunisia who have an account at a commercial bank or another type of financial institution that provides deposits. It is a key metric used to assess the breadth of a country's formal financial system and progress towards greater financial inclusion.

Methodology

The data is collected via the World Bank's Global Findex surveys, which gather information on how adults in over 140 countries access and use financial services.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts utilize this indicator to evaluate financial sector development and design policies to promote greater access to banking and financial services.

Key Facts

  • Tunisia had 590 depositors per 1,000 adults in 2017.
  • The number of depositors increased by 63% from 2011 to 2017.
  • Access to banking services in Tunisia lags behind the global average.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This metric tracks the number of adults in Tunisia who have a deposit account at a commercial bank or other financial institution.

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

A: The number of depositors per capita is a key indicator of financial inclusion and access to basic banking services, which are important for economic development.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through the World Bank's Global Findex surveys, which gather information on financial services usage across over 140 countries.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this indicator to evaluate financial sector development and design policies to promote greater access to banking and financial services.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The Global Findex data is published every 3 years, so there may be a 1-3 year delay in the most recent figures.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Use of Financial Services: Key Indicators, Depositors with Commercial Banks Per 1000 Adults for Tunisia (TUNFCDODCANUM), retrieved from FRED.