Geographical Outreach: Key Indicators ATMs Per 100,000 Adults for Samoa

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

Latest Value

55.97

Year-over-Year Change

110.02%

Date Range

1/1/2004 - 1/1/2023

Summary

This economic trend measures the number of automated teller machines (ATMs) per 100,000 adults in Samoa, providing insights into the country's financial inclusion and access to banking services.

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 ATMs per 100,000 adults metric is a key indicator of a country's financial infrastructure and the accessibility of banking services for the population. It is used by economists and policymakers to assess financial inclusion and the development of a country's financial sector.

Methodology

The data is collected by the World Bank through surveys and administrative sources.

Historical Context

This trend is relevant for understanding Samoa's financial landscape and informing policy decisions related to financial inclusion and banking infrastructure.

Key Facts

  • Samoa had 31.6 ATMs per 100,000 adults in 2017.
  • The global average for ATMs per 100,000 adults was 56.8 in 2017.
  • Samoa's ATM density is lower than the average for upper-middle-income countries.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the number of automated teller machines (ATMs) per 100,000 adults in Samoa, providing insights into the country's financial infrastructure and access to banking services.

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

A: This trend is relevant for understanding Samoa's financial inclusion and the development of its banking sector, which is important for economic growth and improving access to financial services for the population.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the World Bank through surveys and administrative sources.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is used by economists and policymakers to assess financial inclusion and inform decisions related to improving banking infrastructure and access to financial services in Samoa.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is updated periodically by the World Bank, and there may be delays in reporting or limitations in data coverage for certain years or regions.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Geographical Outreach: Key Indicators ATMs Per 100,000 Adults for Samoa (WSMFCAANUM), retrieved from FRED.