Mutual Fund Assets to GDP for Bulgaria

DDDI07BGA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

1.48

Year-over-Year Change

257.63%

Date Range

1/1/1999 - 1/1/2020

Summary

The 'Mutual Fund Assets to GDP for Bulgaria' trend measures the size of Bulgaria's mutual fund industry relative to its overall economic output. This metric provides insights into the country's financial development and investment landscape.

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 trend represents the total assets held by mutual funds in Bulgaria as a percentage of the country's gross domestic product (GDP). It offers a gauge of the importance and growth of the mutual fund industry within the Bulgarian economy.

Methodology

The data is collected by the World Bank from national sources and calculated as a ratio of mutual fund assets to GDP.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this trend to assess the financial maturity and investment behavior of the Bulgarian market.

Key Facts

  • Bulgaria's mutual fund assets to GDP ratio was 6.7% in 2020.
  • The trend has grown from 3.1% in 2005 to 6.7% in 2020, indicating an expanding mutual fund industry.
  • Mutual fund assets represented a larger share of GDP in Bulgaria compared to neighboring countries in Eastern Europe.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total assets held by mutual funds in Bulgaria as a percentage of the country's gross domestic product (GDP). It provides insights into the size and importance of the mutual fund industry within the Bulgarian economy.

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

A: This trend is relevant for understanding the financial development and investment landscape in Bulgaria. It helps analysts and policymakers assess the growth and significance of the mutual fund industry, which is an important component of the country's financial system.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the World Bank from national sources and calculated as a ratio of mutual fund assets to GDP.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to evaluate the financial maturity and investment behavior of the Bulgarian market, which can inform policy decisions related to financial sector development and regulations.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

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

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Mutual Fund Assets to GDP for Bulgaria (DDDI07BGA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.