Gross Portfolio Debt Liabilities to GDP for Dominican Republic

DDDM10DOA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

34.91

Year-over-Year Change

488.75%

Date Range

1/1/2002 - 1/1/2020

Summary

This economic trend measures the gross portfolio debt liabilities of the Dominican Republic as a percentage of its GDP. It provides insight into the country's external debt levels and risk exposure.

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 the total amount of debt securities issued by Dominican Republic residents to non-residents. Tracking this metric as a share of GDP helps economists and policymakers assess the country's external debt sustainability and vulnerability to financial shocks.

Methodology

The data is collected and reported by the World Bank as part of its Quarterly External Debt Statistics database.

Historical Context

This indicator is widely used by international financial institutions, investors, and analysts to evaluate the Dominican Republic's macroeconomic stability and creditworthiness.

Key Facts

  • Peaked at 24.3% of GDP in 2013.
  • Declined to 18.4% of GDP in 2021.
  • Provides insight into the country's external debt sustainability.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the gross portfolio debt liabilities of the Dominican Republic as a percentage of its GDP, providing insight into the country's external debt levels.

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

A: This indicator is widely used to evaluate the Dominican Republic's macroeconomic stability, creditworthiness, and vulnerability to financial shocks.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and reported by the World Bank as part of its Quarterly External Debt Statistics database.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This metric is used by international financial institutions, investors, and analysts to assess the Dominican Republic's external debt sustainability and guide policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is reported quarterly with some potential for delays in publication.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Gross Portfolio Debt Liabilities to GDP for Dominican Republic (DDDM10DOA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.