Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Hungary
WUIMAHUN • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.05
Year-over-Year Change
62.69%
Date Range
7/1/1953 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Hungary measures economic policy uncertainty in Hungary. It is a widely-used indicator for gauging the level of uncertainty facing Hungarian businesses and policymakers.
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 Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Hungary is a composite indicator that tracks economic policy uncertainty in the country based on newspaper coverage. It is part of a broader database covering numerous countries and can provide insights into the stability of the Hungarian economic environment.
Methodology
The index is calculated based on the frequency of Hungary-related articles in the international press that discuss economic policy uncertainty.
Historical Context
The index is closely monitored by Hungarian and international economic analysts to assess the business climate and guide policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The index ranges from 0 to 1, with higher values indicating greater economic policy uncertainty.
- Hungary's index reached a peak during the global financial crisis and COVID-19 pandemic.
- The index provides a timely, data-driven measure of uncertainty facing Hungarian businesses and policymakers.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Hungary measures the level of economic policy uncertainty in the country based on media coverage.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The index provides a real-time, quantitative assessment of uncertainty facing Hungarian businesses and policymakers, which is crucial for economic analysis and decision-making.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The index is calculated based on the frequency of Hungary-related articles in international newspapers that discuss economic policy uncertainty.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The index is closely monitored by Hungarian and international analysts to gauge the stability of the business environment and inform policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is updated regularly, but there may be some delay in the availability of the latest data due to the time required for media content analysis.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Hungary (WUIMAHUN), retrieved from FRED.