Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Cameroon
WUIMACMR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.18
Year-over-Year Change
393.92%
Date Range
7/1/1962 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Cameroon (WUIMACMR) is a key economic indicator that measures global policy uncertainty and its impact on the Cameroonian economy.
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 WUIMACMR tracks fluctuations in worldwide economic and political uncertainty, which can significantly influence Cameroon's trade, investment, and overall macroeconomic performance. This index is widely used by policymakers, analysts, and researchers to assess risks and uncertainties facing the Cameroonian economy.
Methodology
The index is calculated based on the frequency of the word 'uncertainty' in Economist Intelligence Unit country reports for Cameroon.
Historical Context
Changes in the WUIMACMR are closely monitored by the Cameroonian government, the International Monetary Fund, and other institutions to inform economic policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The WUIMACMR has a base value of 100 set in 1996.
- Higher WUIMACMR values indicate greater global policy uncertainty affecting Cameroon.
- The index is updated on a quarterly basis.
FAQs
Q: What does the Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Cameroon measure?
A: The WUIMACMR tracks global policy uncertainty and its impact on the Cameroonian economy. It is calculated based on the frequency of the word 'uncertainty' in Economist Intelligence Unit country reports for Cameroon.
Q: Why is the WUIMACMR relevant for users or analysts?
A: Changes in the WUIMACMR are closely monitored by policymakers, analysts, and institutions to assess risks and uncertainties facing the Cameroonian economy, which can significantly influence trade, investment, and overall macroeconomic performance.
Q: How is the WUIMACMR data collected or calculated?
A: The index is calculated based on the frequency of the word 'uncertainty' in Economist Intelligence Unit country reports for Cameroon.
Q: How is the WUIMACMR trend used in economic policy?
A: The WUIMACMR is closely monitored by the Cameroonian government, the International Monetary Fund, and other institutions to inform economic policy decisions.
Q: Are there any update delays or limitations for the WUIMACMR?
A: The WUIMACMR is updated on a quarterly basis, so there may be a delay in the most recent data being available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Cameroon (WUIMACMR), retrieved from FRED.