Deposit Money Bank Assets to Deposit Money Bank Assets and Central Bank Assets for Samoa

DDDI04WSA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

99.73

Year-over-Year Change

0.16%

Date Range

1/1/1967 - 1/1/2020

Summary

This trend measures the ratio of deposit money bank assets to total bank assets (deposit money banks and central bank) in Samoa. It provides insight into the relative size and role of the banking system in the Samoan 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 deposit money bank assets to total bank assets ratio indicates the dominance of commercial banks versus the central bank in a country's financial system. It is used by economists to assess the development and intermediation capacity of the banking sector.

Methodology

This data is collected and calculated by the World Bank using national financial statistics.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this ratio to evaluate the structure and efficiency of Samoa's financial sector.

Key Facts

  • Samoa's deposit money bank assets-to-total bank assets ratio was 0.954 in 2020.
  • This ratio has remained relatively stable in Samoa over the past decade.
  • A higher ratio indicates a more developed commercial banking system.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the ratio of deposit money bank assets to total bank assets (deposit money banks and central bank) in Samoa. It provides insight into the relative size and role of the banking system in the Samoan economy.

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

A: The deposit money bank assets to total bank assets ratio is used by economists and policymakers to assess the development and intermediation capacity of a country's banking sector.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: This data is collected and calculated by the World Bank using national financial statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this ratio to evaluate the structure and efficiency of Samoa's financial sector.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is updated annually by the World Bank, so there may be a delay in the most recent information being available.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Deposit Money Bank Assets to Deposit Money Bank Assets and Central Bank Assets for Samoa (DDDI04WSA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.