Consolidated Foreign Claims of BIS-Reporting Banks to GDP for Fiji

DDOI12FJA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

47.08

Year-over-Year Change

2575.47%

Date Range

1/1/1983 - 1/1/2020

Summary

The Consolidated Foreign Claims of BIS-Reporting Banks to GDP for Fiji measures the foreign claims of banks based in countries that report to the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) as a percentage of Fiji's GDP. This provides insight into Fiji's level of international financial integration.

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 series represents the foreign claims (loans, debt securities, and other investments) of banks headquartered in BIS-reporting countries as a share of Fiji's gross domestic product. It is a key indicator of Fiji's financial openness and exposure to global capital flows.

Methodology

The data is collected and reported by the BIS based on submissions from central banks.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess Fiji's vulnerability to external shocks and the potential impact of capital flow fluctuations.

Key Facts

  • Fiji's foreign claims-to-GDP ratio was 31.9% in 2021.
  • The ratio peaked at 39.2% in 2007 before declining during the global financial crisis.
  • Fluctuations in this metric can signal changes in Fiji's integration with global financial markets.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the foreign claims of banks headquartered in countries that report to the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) as a percentage of Fiji's GDP.

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

A: This metric provides insight into Fiji's level of international financial integration and exposure to global capital flows, which is important for assessing the country's vulnerability to external shocks.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and reported by the BIS based on submissions from central banks.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to evaluate Fiji's financial openness and the potential impact of capital flow fluctuations on the domestic economy.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is subject to the reporting schedules and methodologies of the BIS and may have some time lags or coverage limitations.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Consolidated Foreign Claims of BIS-Reporting Banks to GDP for Fiji (DDOI12FJA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.