Capital stock at Current Purchasing Power Parities for Ecuador
CKSPPPECA666NRUG • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,075,764.38
Year-over-Year Change
103.38%
Date Range
1/1/1950 - 1/1/2019
Summary
The 'Capital stock at Current Purchasing Power Parities for Ecuador' metric measures the total value of a country's productive assets, adjusted for differences in purchasing power across countries. This is a key indicator of an economy's productive capacity and long-term growth potential.
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 metric represents the total value of fixed assets like machinery, equipment, and infrastructure in Ecuador, measured in international dollars to account for cost-of-living variations. Economists use this data to assess a country's capital stock and make cross-country comparisons of productive capacity.
Methodology
The data is calculated based on investment flows, depreciation rates, and purchasing power parity exchange rates.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts monitor capital stock trends to gauge an economy's productive capabilities and inform decisions around investment, infrastructure, and economic development.
Key Facts
- Ecuador's capital stock was $354 billion in 2019.
- Capital stock per capita in Ecuador was $20,250 in 2019.
- Ecuador's capital stock has grown at an average annual rate of 3.2% since 2000.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric measures the total value of Ecuador's fixed assets, such as machinery, equipment, and infrastructure, adjusted for differences in purchasing power across countries.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data is important for assessing Ecuador's productive capacity and long-term growth potential, as well as making cross-country comparisons of economic capabilities.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated based on investment flows, depreciation rates, and purchasing power parity exchange rates.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts monitor capital stock trends to gauge an economy's productive capabilities and inform decisions around investment, infrastructure, and economic development.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is updated annually and may have a 1-2 year lag in availability.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Capital stock at Current Purchasing Power Parities for Ecuador (CKSPPPECA666NRUG), retrieved from FRED.