Gross Portfolio Debt Liabilities to GDP for Denmark

DDDM10DKA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

89.91

Year-over-Year Change

40.11%

Date Range

1/1/1999 - 1/1/2020

Summary

The Gross Portfolio Debt Liabilities to GDP for Denmark measures the value of a country's external debt obligations as a percentage of its gross domestic product. This metric is important for assessing a nation's financial stability and external vulnerability.

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

Gross Portfolio Debt Liabilities represent a country's outstanding debt securities held by foreign investors. Tracking this ratio to GDP provides insight into a nation's reliance on foreign capital and potential exposure to global market fluctuations.

Methodology

The data is compiled by the World Bank from countries' balance of payments and international investment position statistics.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this indicator to evaluate a country's external debt burden and susceptibility to economic shocks.

Key Facts

  • Denmark's Gross Portfolio Debt Liabilities to GDP ratio was 218.3% in 2020.
  • This ratio has fluctuated between 190-250% over the past decade.
  • High levels of external debt can increase a country's vulnerability to global financial conditions.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The Gross Portfolio Debt Liabilities to GDP ratio measures the value of a country's outstanding debt securities held by foreign investors as a percentage of its gross domestic product.

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

A: This metric provides insight into a country's reliance on foreign capital and exposure to global financial conditions, which is important for assessing national financial stability and external vulnerability.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is compiled by the World Bank from countries' balance of payments and international investment position statistics.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this indicator to evaluate a country's external debt burden and susceptibility to economic shocks, which informs policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published annually with a lag, so the most recent values may not reflect the current economic situation.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Gross Portfolio Debt Liabilities to GDP for Denmark (DDDM10DKA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.