Claims on Private Sector for Burundi

BDIFDSAOPPCPPPT • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

19.73

Year-over-Year Change

45.95%

Date Range

1/1/2000 - 1/1/2024

Summary

The 'Claims on Private Sector for Burundi' series measures the value of financial claims held by Burundi's banking sector against the private sector. This metric is a key indicator of private sector credit conditions and overall financial intermediation in the Burundian 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

This economic indicator represents the total value of loans, advances, and other credit extended by Burundi's banking institutions to private businesses and households. It serves as a proxy for the depth of financial intermediation and the private sector's access to credit, which are important drivers of economic growth and development.

Methodology

The data is collected by the Central Bank of Burundi through reports from commercial banks and other deposit-taking institutions.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess the health of Burundi's financial system and the flow of credit to the private sector, which influences investment, consumption, and overall economic activity.

Key Facts

  • Burundi's claims on private sector amounted to $1.3 billion in 2021.
  • Private sector credit-to-GDP ratio in Burundi was 18.3% in 2020.
  • Credit to the private sector has grown by an average of 7.2% annually over the past decade in Burundi.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This indicator measures the total value of loans, advances, and other credit extended by Burundi's banking sector to private businesses and households.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This metric provides insight into the depth of financial intermediation and the private sector's access to credit, which are important drivers of economic growth and development in Burundi.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the Central Bank of Burundi through reports from commercial banks and other deposit-taking institutions.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess the health of Burundi's financial system and the flow of credit to the private sector, which influences investment, consumption, and overall economic activity.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published with a lag, and there may be limitations in coverage or reporting by some financial institutions.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Claims on Private Sector for Burundi (BDIFDSAOPPCPPPT), retrieved from FRED.