Outstanding International Public Debt Securities to GDP for Tunisia

DDDM06TNA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

3.61

Year-over-Year Change

-67.54%

Date Range

1/1/1996 - 1/1/2017

Summary

The 'Outstanding International Public Debt Securities to GDP for Tunisia' measures the volume of a country's international public debt securities 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 metric provides insight into a nation's reliance on foreign-held debt and its overall public finance management. Economists and policymakers use it to assess a country's fiscal health, creditworthiness, and vulnerability to external shocks.

Methodology

The data is calculated by the World Bank using national accounts and balance of payments statistics.

Historical Context

Policymakers and investors track this metric to gauge a country's debt sustainability and ability to service its obligations.

Key Facts

  • Tunisia's outstanding international public debt reached 88.5% of GDP in 2020.
  • The country's debt-to-GDP ratio has steadily increased over the past decade.
  • High levels of public debt can constrain a country's ability to invest in economic development.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This metric measures the volume of a country's international public debt securities as a percentage of its gross domestic product (GDP).

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

A: This trend provides insight into a nation's reliance on foreign-held debt and its overall public finance management, which is crucial for assessing fiscal health and creditworthiness.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is calculated by the World Bank using national accounts and balance of payments statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and investors track this metric to gauge a country's debt sustainability and ability to service its obligations, which informs decisions on fiscal policy and investment.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is subject to the availability and timeliness of national accounts and balance of payments statistics from Tunisia.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Outstanding International Public Debt Securities to GDP for Tunisia (DDDM06TNA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.