Number of Listed Companies for Swaziland

DDOM01SZA644NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

5.75

Year-over-Year Change

33.34%

Date Range

1/1/1993 - 1/1/2007

Summary

The 'Number of Listed Companies for Swaziland' measures the total number of publicly traded companies in the Swaziland stock market. This indicator provides insight into the development and liquidity of the Swaziland securities market.

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 'Number of Listed Companies for Swaziland' represents the total count of corporations that have shares listed on the Swaziland Stock Exchange. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to assess the breadth and depth of domestic capital markets.

Methodology

The data is collected by the World Bank from official sources in Swaziland.

Historical Context

This indicator is relevant for evaluating the growth and accessibility of Swaziland's financial sector.

Key Facts

  • Swaziland has a relatively small stock exchange with under 10 listed companies.
  • The number of listed companies has fluctuated between 4 and 8 since 2000.
  • Most Swaziland companies are privately held, limiting access to public capital markets.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The 'Number of Listed Companies for Swaziland' measures the total number of publicly traded corporations on the Swaziland Stock Exchange.

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

A: This indicator provides insight into the development and liquidity of Swaziland's securities market, which is relevant for evaluating the growth and accessibility of the country's financial sector.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

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

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Economists and policymakers use this metric to assess the breadth and depth of Swaziland's domestic capital markets.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data may be subject to delays in reporting from Swaziland, and the small size of the country's stock exchange limits the scope of this indicator.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Number of Listed Companies for Swaziland (DDOM01SZA644NWDB), retrieved from FRED.