Gross Portfolio Equity Assets to GDP for Ireland

DDDM09IEA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

292.89

Year-over-Year Change

61.96%

Date Range

1/1/2005 - 1/1/2012

Summary

The 'Gross Portfolio Equity Assets to GDP for Ireland' tracks the total value of Ireland's portfolio equity assets as a percentage of its gross domestic product. This metric provides insight into Ireland's international investment position and its role in global financial markets.

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 measures Ireland's holdings of foreign equity assets, such as stocks and mutual funds, relative to the size of its domestic economy. It offers a window into Ireland's international financial integration and the country's role as a destination for global portfolio investment.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank based on Ireland's reported balance of payments statistics.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess Ireland's external financial vulnerabilities and the degree of its integration with global capital markets.

Key Facts

  • Ireland's gross portfolio equity assets were 304% of GDP in 2021.
  • This ratio has increased from 165% in 2001, reflecting Ireland's growing financial openness.
  • Ireland is a major destination for global portfolio investment due to its business-friendly policies.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This indicator tracks the total value of Ireland's portfolio equity assets, such as stocks and mutual funds, 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 Ireland's international investment position and its role in global financial markets, which is useful for assessing the country's external financial vulnerabilities and degree of integration with global capital flows.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank based on Ireland's reported balance of payments statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to evaluate Ireland's external financial vulnerabilities and the degree of its integration with global capital markets, which is relevant for policy decisions related to financial stability and international competitiveness.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published annually by the World Bank, with potential delays of up to a year or more in the most recent observations.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Gross Portfolio Equity Assets to GDP for Ireland (DDDM09IEA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.