Outstanding International Public Debt Securities to GDP for Brazil

DDDM06BRA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

3.75

Year-over-Year Change

30.00%

Date Range

1/1/1980 - 1/1/2020

Summary

The 'Outstanding International Public Debt Securities to GDP for Brazil' trend measures the total international debt securities issued by the Brazilian government as a percentage of its gross domestic product (GDP).

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 indicator provides insight into Brazil's level of international public debt financing relative to the size of its economy. It is an important metric for evaluating the government's fiscal health and debt management strategies.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank based on information from national sources and the Dealogic database.

Historical Context

Policymakers and investors closely monitor this metric to assess Brazil's creditworthiness and sovereign debt risk.

Key Facts

  • Brazil's outstanding international public debt securities reached 7.8% of GDP in 2021.
  • This metric peaked at 14.1% in 2002 during a period of financial crisis.
  • Reducing reliance on external public debt financing is a key policy goal for the Brazilian government.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total international debt securities issued by the Brazilian government as a percentage of its gross domestic product (GDP).

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

A: This metric provides insight into Brazil's level of international public debt financing relative to the size of its economy, which is an important indicator of the government's fiscal health and debt management strategies.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank based on information from national sources and the Dealogic database.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and investors closely monitor this metric to assess Brazil's creditworthiness and sovereign debt risk, which informs decisions about fiscal policy and debt management.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is subject to the timeliness and availability of information from national sources and the Dealogic database.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Outstanding International Public Debt Securities to GDP for Brazil (DDDM06BRA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.