World Uncertainty Index: Low Income Economies
This dataset tracks world uncertainty index: low income economies over time.
Latest Value
61524.13
Year-over-Year Change
202.28%
Date Range
1/1/1990 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The World Uncertainty Index: Low Income Economies measures global economic policy uncertainty specifically for low-income countries. This provides important insights for economists and policymakers focused on development and stability in the world's poorest nations.
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 World Uncertainty Index tracks global economic policy uncertainty based on text analysis of the Economist Intelligence Unit country reports. The low-income economies version focuses on the 34 countries classified as low-income by the World Bank, offering a specialized measure of uncertainty relevant to these developing economies.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the IMF based on the frequency of the term 'uncertainty' in Economist Intelligence Unit country reports.
Historical Context
The World Uncertainty Index is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess global economic conditions and risks.
Key Facts
- The index ranges from 0 to 100, with higher values indicating greater uncertainty.
- Low-income economies have experienced higher uncertainty levels than advanced economies since the 1990s.
- Uncertainty spikes have coincided with major global events like the 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The World Uncertainty Index: Low Income Economies measures global economic policy uncertainty specifically for the 34 countries classified as low-income by the World Bank.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This specialized index provides important insights into uncertainty and risk factors affecting the world's poorest nations, which is crucial for economists, policymakers, and development experts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by the IMF based on the frequency of the term 'uncertainty' in Economist Intelligence Unit country reports.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The World Uncertainty Index is widely used by economists, policymakers, and market analysts to assess global economic conditions and risks, including for assessing policy and investment decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is updated quarterly, with a delay of several months, and may not fully capture rapidly changing uncertainty conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, World Uncertainty Index: Low Income Economies (WUILOWINCOME), retrieved from FRED.