External Loans and Deposits of Reporting Banks in Relation to the Banking Sector for Sri Lanka

DDOI10LKA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

2.65

Year-over-Year Change

-83.60%

Date Range

1/1/1995 - 1/1/2019

Summary

This economic trend tracks the external loans and deposits of reporting banks in relation to the overall banking sector in Sri Lanka. It provides insights into the integration and stability of the country's financial system.

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

The External Loans and Deposits of Reporting Banks in Relation to the Banking Sector for Sri Lanka measures the share of a country's total banking sector assets and liabilities that are held by reporting banks' external positions. This metric offers perspective on a nation's financial openness and vulnerability to external shocks.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank using information reported by national authorities.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this indicator to assess Sri Lanka's financial integration and risks within the global economy.

Key Facts

  • The indicator is measured as a percentage of total banking sector assets and liabilities.
  • Sri Lanka's external banking position has remained relatively stable in recent years.
  • Monitoring this trend can help identify risks from global financial shocks.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the share of a country's total banking sector assets and liabilities that are held in the external positions of reporting banks.

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

A: This indicator provides insights into a country's financial openness and vulnerability to external shocks, which is valuable for policymakers and economists analyzing the stability of the financial system.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank using information reported by national authorities.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this indicator to assess Sri Lanka's financial integration and risks within the global economy.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data may be subject to reporting delays or gaps, as it relies on information provided by national authorities.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, External Loans and Deposits of Reporting Banks in Relation to the Banking Sector for Sri Lanka (DDOI10LKA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.