Percentage of Foreign Bank Assets Among Total Bank Assets for the Plurinational State of Bolivia

DDOI14BOA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

16.00

Year-over-Year Change

-56.76%

Date Range

1/1/2005 - 1/1/2013

Summary

This economic trend measures the percentage of total bank assets held by foreign-owned banks in Bolivia. It provides insight into the level of foreign participation in the Bolivian banking sector.

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 Percentage of Foreign Bank Assets Among Total Bank Assets for Bolivia is an indicator of the foreign ownership and integration of the country's banking system. It is used by economists and policymakers to assess the openness and competitiveness of the financial sector.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank from official national sources.

Historical Context

This trend is relevant for analyzing Bolivia's financial market development and integration with global capital flows.

Key Facts

  • Bolivia's foreign bank asset share was 13.7% in 2019.
  • The trend has declined from a high of 47.6% in 2003.
  • Foreign bank participation can impact domestic credit and interest rates.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the percentage of total banking assets in Bolivia that are held by foreign-owned banks. It provides an indicator of foreign participation in the domestic banking sector.

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

A: The level of foreign bank asset share is an important metric for assessing the openness and competitiveness of Bolivia's financial system. It has implications for domestic credit, interest rates, and financial stability.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected by the World Bank from official national sources in Bolivia.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and economists use this trend to evaluate the degree of foreign participation and integration in Bolivia's banking sector, which can inform policies related to financial market development and stability.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data may have lags of a year or more due to the time required for national reporting and compilation by the World Bank.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Percentage of Foreign Bank Assets Among Total Bank Assets for the Plurinational State of Bolivia (DDOI14BOA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.