Outstanding International Private Debt Securities to GDP for Barbados

DDDM05BBA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

7.33

Year-over-Year Change

-47.81%

Date Range

1/1/1995 - 1/1/2020

Summary

This economic trend measures Barbados' outstanding international private debt securities as a percentage of its GDP, providing insights into the country's external financing activities.

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 Outstanding International Private Debt Securities to GDP ratio for Barbados represents the total value of international debt securities issued by private Barbadian entities as a share of the country's gross domestic product. This metric is used to assess Barbados' level of international financial integration and its ability to access global capital markets.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank based on information from multiple international sources.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this trend to evaluate Barbados' external debt position and its implications for economic stability and growth.

Key Facts

  • Barbados' Outstanding International Private Debt Securities to GDP ratio was 31.9% in 2020.
  • This metric has fluctuated between 23.1% and 35.7% over the past decade.
  • Barbados' ratio is lower than the regional average for Latin America and the Caribbean.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total value of international debt securities issued by private Barbadian entities as a percentage of Barbados' gross domestic product.

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

A: This metric provides insights into Barbados' level of international financial integration and its ability to access global capital markets, which is crucial for economic stability and growth.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank based on information from multiple international sources.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this trend to evaluate Barbados' external debt position and its implications for the country's economic stability and growth.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published with a lag, and there may be limitations in the underlying sources used to calculate this metric.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Outstanding International Private Debt Securities to GDP for Barbados (DDDM05BBA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.