Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities to GDP for Argentina
DDDM08ARA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.11
Year-over-Year Change
61.99%
Date Range
1/1/1999 - 1/1/2020
Summary
The Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities to GDP for Argentina measures the size of a country's foreign portfolio equity investments relative to its GDP. This metric is important for understanding a nation's international financial position and exposure to global market changes.
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 series represents the value of a country's outstanding portfolio equity liabilities to non-residents as a percentage of its GDP. It provides insight into the scale of a nation's external equity financing and how reliant its economy is on foreign portfolio investment.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the World Bank using national accounts and balance of payments information.
Historical Context
Policymakers and market analysts use this indicator to assess a country's external financial vulnerabilities and integration with global capital markets.
Key Facts
- Argentina's gross portfolio equity liabilities were 7.8% of GDP in 2020.
- This metric reached a high of 16.4% in 2007 before declining during the global financial crisis.
- Portfolio equity investment plays a significant role in Argentina's external financing.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator measures the size of Argentina's portfolio equity liabilities to non-resident investors as a percentage of its GDP.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into Argentina's integration with global capital markets and exposure to external financial shocks.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by the World Bank using national accounts and balance of payments information.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and market analysts use this indicator to assess Argentina's external financial vulnerabilities and dependence on foreign portfolio investment.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published annually with a lag, and may not capture rapid changes in Argentina's portfolio equity position.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities to GDP for Argentina (DDDM08ARA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.