Bank Z-Score for Mauritania

DDSI01MRA645NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

23.53

Year-over-Year Change

-4.71%

Date Range

1/1/2000 - 1/1/2020

Summary

The Bank Z-Score for Mauritania measures the financial soundness and stability of the country's banking sector. It is a key indicator used by economists and policymakers to assess systemic risk and financial system health.

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 Bank Z-Score is a composite metric that combines a bank's profitability, leverage, and volatility of returns. Higher scores indicate greater distance from insolvency, reflecting lower bank risk and stronger financial buffers.

Methodology

The data is calculated by the World Bank using financial statements and other regulatory data from Mauritanian banks.

Historical Context

Policymakers monitor the Bank Z-Score to identify banking sector vulnerabilities and inform macro-prudential policies.

Key Facts

  • The Bank Z-Score ranges from 0 to over 100, with higher values indicating lower bank risk.
  • Mauritania's Bank Z-Score averaged 13.8 from 1997 to 2020.
  • The Bank Z-Score is used to assess the likelihood of bank insolvency.

FAQs

Q: What does the Bank Z-Score for Mauritania measure?

A: The Bank Z-Score measures the financial soundness and stability of Mauritania's banking sector. It combines bank profitability, leverage, and volatility to assess systemic risk.

Q: Why is the Bank Z-Score relevant for users or analysts?

A: The Bank Z-Score is a key indicator used by economists and policymakers to evaluate the health and resilience of Mauritania's financial system. It helps identify banking sector vulnerabilities.

Q: How is the Bank Z-Score for Mauritania data collected or calculated?

A: The data is calculated by the World Bank using financial statements and regulatory data from Mauritanian banks.

Q: How is the Bank Z-Score used in economic policy for Mauritania?

A: Policymakers monitor the Bank Z-Score to assess systemic risk and inform macro-prudential policies aimed at ensuring the stability of Mauritania's financial system.

Q: Are there any update delays or limitations with the Bank Z-Score data?

A: The Bank Z-Score data for Mauritania is published annually by the World Bank, so there may be a delay of up to a year before the latest figures are available.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Bank Z-Score for Mauritania (DDSI01MRA645NWDB), retrieved from FRED.