Stock Market Total Value Traded to GDP for Papua New Guinea

DDDM02PGA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

0.00

Year-over-Year Change

-100.00%

Date Range

1/1/2001 - 1/1/2020

Summary

The Stock Market Total Value Traded to GDP for Papua New Guinea measures the value of all shares traded on the local stock exchange as a percentage of the country's gross domestic product. This indicator provides insights into the development and liquidity of the Papua New Guinean stock market.

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 tracks the trading activity on Papua New Guinea's stock exchange relative to the overall size of its economy. It is used by economists and policymakers to evaluate the stock market's importance and integration within the broader national economy.

Methodology

The data is collected by the World Bank from national sources and calculated as the total value of shares traded divided by GDP.

Historical Context

Monitoring this trend can inform assessments of Papua New Guinea's financial market development and integration with global capital flows.

Key Facts

  • Papua New Guinea's stock market is relatively small, accounting for less than 1% of GDP.
  • The stock market's total value traded has fluctuated between 0.01% and 0.3% of GDP over the past decade.
  • Improving stock market liquidity is a policy goal for supporting Papua New Guinea's economic diversification.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This indicator tracks the total value of shares traded on the Papua New Guinea stock exchange as a percentage of the country's gross domestic product (GDP).

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

A: This metric provides insights into the development and liquidity of Papua New Guinea's stock market, which is important for evaluating the market's integration with the broader economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the World Bank from national sources and calculated as the total value of shares traded divided by GDP.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Monitoring this trend can inform assessments of Papua New Guinea's financial market development and integration with global capital flows, which is relevant for policymakers.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data may have a lag of 1-2 years due to the time required for national reporting and compilation by the World Bank.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Stock Market Total Value Traded to GDP for Papua New Guinea (DDDM02PGA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.