Outstanding International Private Debt Securities to GDP for Estonia

DDDM05EEA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

4.30

Year-over-Year Change

150.60%

Date Range

1/1/1997 - 1/1/2020

Summary

This economic trend measures the ratio of outstanding international private debt securities to GDP in Estonia. It provides insight into the international financing and debt levels of the Estonian 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 outstanding international private debt securities to GDP ratio is an indicator of a country's international private borrowing activity and debt exposure. It is used by economists and policymakers to assess financial stability, foreign investment, and macroeconomic trends.

Methodology

The data is collected by the World Bank from national statistics agencies and central banks.

Historical Context

This metric is relevant for evaluating Estonia's integration with global capital markets and the debt financing of its private sector.

Key Facts

  • Estonia's outstanding international private debt securities to GDP ratio was 24.2% in 2020.
  • This ratio has increased from 10.4% in 2000, indicating growing international private borrowing.
  • Estonia's ratio is lower than the Eurozone average, suggesting less reliance on foreign debt financing.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the ratio of outstanding international private debt securities to GDP in Estonia. It indicates the level of international private borrowing in the Estonian economy.

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

A: This metric is relevant for evaluating Estonia's integration with global capital markets and the debt financing of its private sector. It provides insights into financial stability, foreign investment, and macroeconomic trends.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the World Bank from national statistics agencies and central banks.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Economists and policymakers use this metric to assess Estonia's international private borrowing activity and debt exposure, which is relevant for evaluating financial stability, foreign investment, and macroeconomic trends.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

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

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Outstanding International Private Debt Securities to GDP for Estonia (DDDM05EEA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.