Capital stock at Current Purchasing Power Parities for Mauritania

CKSPPPMRA666NRUG • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

96,248.26

Year-over-Year Change

57.24%

Date Range

1/1/1960 - 1/1/2019

Summary

This economic indicator measures the capital stock, or the total value of physical assets, in Mauritania at current purchasing power parities. It provides insights into the country's productive capacity and investment levels.

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 capital stock at current purchasing power parities represents the total value of fixed assets, such as machinery, equipment, and infrastructure, that are used in the production of goods and services in Mauritania. This metric is an important measure of a country's productive capacity and can inform economic policymaking and investment decisions.

Methodology

The data is calculated by the World Bank using a perpetual inventory method that accounts for investment, depreciation, and exchange rate changes.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this indicator to assess Mauritania's economic development and competitiveness compared to other countries.

Key Facts

  • Mauritania's capital stock was $24.7 billion in 2020.
  • The capital stock has grown by an average of 4.2% per year since 2010.
  • Mauritania's capital stock per capita was $5,767 in 2020.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This indicator measures the total value of fixed assets, such as machinery, equipment, and infrastructure, used in production in Mauritania, adjusted for purchasing power differences.

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

A: The capital stock is an important measure of a country's productive capacity and can inform economic policymaking and investment decisions.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is calculated by the World Bank using a perpetual inventory method that accounts for investment, depreciation, and exchange rate changes.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this indicator to assess Mauritania's economic development and competitiveness compared to other countries.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published annually with a lag, and may not capture the most recent economic conditions.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Capital stock at Current Purchasing Power Parities for Mauritania (CKSPPPMRA666NRUG), retrieved from FRED.