Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities to GDP for Philippines
DDDM08PHA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
13.06
Year-over-Year Change
110.25%
Date Range
1/1/2001 - 1/1/2020
Summary
The Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities to GDP for Philippines measures the value of a country's foreign-owned equity assets as a percentage of its gross domestic product. This metric is crucial for assessing a nation's external financial position and international investment.
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 represents the stock of a country's portfolio equity liabilities to the rest of the world as a share of its GDP. It provides insight into a nation's reliance on foreign capital and the scale of its international equity market integration.
Methodology
The data is collected by the World Bank from national sources and compiled into this standardized international indicator.
Historical Context
Policymakers and economists monitor this trend to gauge a country's vulnerability to external shocks and shifts in global investor sentiment.
Key Facts
- Philippines' Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities were 36.2% of GDP in 2020.
- This metric has increased from 12.4% in 2000 as the country has become more integrated into global capital markets.
- Higher equity liabilities can make Philippines more exposed to volatility in international investor sentiment.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities to GDP for Philippines measures the value of the country's foreign-owned equity assets as a percentage of its gross domestic product.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This indicator provides insight into Philippines' reliance on foreign capital and the scale of its international equity market integration, which is important for assessing the country's external financial position and vulnerability to external shocks.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the World Bank from national sources and compiled into this standardized international indicator.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists monitor this trend to gauge Philippines' vulnerability to shifts in global investor sentiment and potential external shocks that could impact the country's financial stability and economic growth.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published annually by the World Bank with a short delay, so it may not reflect the most recent economic conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Gross Portfolio Equity Liabilities to GDP for Philippines (DDDM08PHA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.