Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Chile
WUIMACHL • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.32
Year-over-Year Change
-16.60%
Date Range
4/1/1953 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The Smoothed World Uncertainty Index (S-WUI) for Chile measures policy-related economic uncertainty in the country. This index is a key indicator for economists and policymakers to assess the degree of uncertainty faced by businesses and consumers.
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 S-WUI for Chile is a monthly index that quantifies economic policy uncertainty by tracking the frequency of newspaper articles discussing economic policy uncertainty. It provides a comprehensive, forward-looking measure of uncertainty that is valuable for macroeconomic analysis and forecasting.
Methodology
The data is calculated based on an automated text-analysis of a large number of international newspapers.
Historical Context
The S-WUI helps inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions by central banks and governments.
Key Facts
- The S-WUI for Chile has a base value of 100 in January 2000.
- High values of the index indicate elevated levels of economic policy uncertainty.
- The index incorporates information from newspapers in multiple languages.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Smoothed World Uncertainty Index (S-WUI) for Chile measures policy-related economic uncertainty in the country, providing a comprehensive indicator of uncertainty faced by businesses and consumers.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The S-WUI for Chile is a valuable indicator for economists and policymakers to assess the degree of uncertainty in the Chilean economy, which can inform macroeconomic analysis and policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated based on an automated text-analysis of a large number of international newspapers.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The S-WUI for Chile helps inform monetary and fiscal policy decisions by central banks and governments by providing a comprehensive measure of economic policy uncertainty.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The S-WUI for Chile is updated monthly, with occasional delays due to the time required for data collection and analysis.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Chile (WUIMACHL), retrieved from FRED.