Outstanding International Private Debt Securities to GDP for Ecuador
DDDM05ECA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.81
Year-over-Year Change
66.48%
Date Range
1/1/1980 - 1/1/2020
Summary
The 'Outstanding International Private Debt Securities to GDP for Ecuador' measures the ratio of Ecuador's outstanding international private debt securities to its gross domestic product. This provides insight into Ecuador's reliance on international debt markets and its overall financial position.
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 economic indicator tracks the level of Ecuador's outstanding international private debt securities as a percentage of its GDP. It offers perspective on the country's access to global capital markets and its debt financing activities relative to the size of its overall economy.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank based on reports from national authorities and debt issuance records.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess Ecuador's external debt vulnerabilities and overall financial stability.
Key Facts
- Ecuador's outstanding international private debt securities were 7.3% of GDP in 2020.
- This metric reached a high of 11.5% in 2014 before declining in recent years.
- The ratio provides insight into Ecuador's reliance on global debt markets to finance its economy.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks the level of Ecuador's outstanding international private debt securities as a percentage of its gross domestic product.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric offers insight into Ecuador's access to global capital markets and its debt financing activities relative to the size of its overall economy, which is useful for assessing financial stability and external debt vulnerabilities.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank based on reports from national authorities and debt issuance records.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess Ecuador's external debt vulnerabilities and overall financial stability, which informs economic and fiscal policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published annually with a lag, so the most recent figures may not reflect the current economic situation.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Outstanding International Private Debt Securities to GDP for Ecuador (DDDM05ECA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.