Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Panama
WUIMAPAN • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.14
Year-over-Year Change
163.94%
Date Range
10/1/1954 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Panama tracks economic policy uncertainty in Panama. This metric is crucial for economists and policymakers to assess the stability and risks facing the Panamanian 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 Smoothed World Uncertainty Index (S-WUI) for Panama quantifies economic policy uncertainty based on newspaper coverage. It provides a standardized, transparent measure of uncertainty that can be compared across countries and over time, informing economic and policy analysis.
Methodology
The data is calculated based on automated text-analysis of Panamanian newspaper articles.
Historical Context
The S-WUI helps policymakers and analysts understand the drivers of economic activity and uncertainty in Panama.
Key Facts
- The S-WUI for Panama has a range from 0 to 1, with higher values indicating greater economic policy uncertainty.
- Periods of elevated policy uncertainty in Panama can negatively impact investment, consumption, and economic growth.
- The S-WUI is updated monthly and available from 1996 to the present.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Panama measures the level of economic policy uncertainty in the country based on newspaper coverage.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The S-WUI for Panama provides a standardized, transparent metric of economic uncertainty that is crucial for assessing the stability and risks facing the Panamanian economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated based on automated text-analysis of Panamanian newspaper articles.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The S-WUI helps policymakers and analysts understand the drivers of economic activity and uncertainty in Panama, informing policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The S-WUI for Panama is updated monthly and available from 1996 to the present.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Panama (WUIMAPAN), retrieved from FRED.