Gross Portfolio Debt Liabilities to GDP for Saudi Arabia

DDDM10SAA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

14.61

Year-over-Year Change

9508.91%

Date Range

1/1/2012 - 1/1/2020

Summary

The Gross Portfolio Debt Liabilities to GDP for Saudi Arabia metric measures the country's foreign debt obligations as a percentage of its overall economic output. This key statistic is closely watched by economists and policymakers to assess Saudi Arabia's external debt sustainability and financial stability.

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 Saudi Arabia's total gross external debt liabilities in the form of portfolio investments, such as bonds and notes, relative to its Gross Domestic Product. It provides insight into the country's reliance on foreign capital and its ability to service its debt obligations.

Methodology

The data is collected and reported by the World Bank's International Debt Statistics database.

Historical Context

Policymakers and investors monitor this trend to gauge Saudi Arabia's financial health and integration with global capital markets.

Key Facts

  • Saudi Arabia's Gross Portfolio Debt Liabilities to GDP ratio was 6.9% in 2020.
  • This metric has decreased from a high of 11.7% in 2008.
  • Portfolio debt liabilities account for about 30% of Saudi Arabia's total external debt.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This metric measures Saudi Arabia's total gross external debt liabilities in the form of portfolio investments, such as bonds and notes, relative to its Gross Domestic Product.

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

A: This indicator provides insight into Saudi Arabia's reliance on foreign capital and its ability to service its debt obligations, which is closely watched by economists and policymakers to assess the country's external debt sustainability and financial stability.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and reported by the World Bank's International Debt Statistics database.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and investors monitor this trend to gauge Saudi Arabia's financial health and integration with global capital markets.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published annually with a lag, and may not capture the most recent economic conditions.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Gross Portfolio Debt Liabilities to GDP for Saudi Arabia (DDDM10SAA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.