Outstanding Total International Debt Securities to GDP for El Salvador

DDDM07SVA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

32.01

Year-over-Year Change

59.73%

Date Range

1/1/1999 - 1/1/2020

Summary

The 'Outstanding Total International Debt Securities to GDP for El Salvador' measures the ratio of El Salvador's international debt securities to its gross domestic product. This provides insight into the country's international borrowing and debt burden.

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 trend represents the total value of El Salvador's outstanding international debt securities, including government and private sector bonds, as a percentage of its GDP. It is used by economists and policymakers to assess the country's external financing, solvency, and vulnerability to global financial conditions.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank based on national and international sources.

Historical Context

This metric is closely monitored by investors, credit rating agencies, and international financial institutions when evaluating El Salvador's economic stability and creditworthiness.

Key Facts

  • El Salvador's international debt securities were 17.6% of GDP in 2021.
  • This ratio has remained relatively stable over the past decade.
  • Reducing the debt burden is a key economic priority for the Salvadoran government.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total value of El Salvador's outstanding international debt securities, including government and private sector bonds, as a percentage of its gross domestic product.

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

A: This metric is closely watched by investors, credit rating agencies, and international financial institutions when evaluating El Salvador's economic stability and creditworthiness.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

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

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers in El Salvador and international institutions use this metric to assess the country's external financing, solvency, and vulnerability to global financial conditions.

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 Total International Debt Securities to GDP for El Salvador (DDDM07SVA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.