Bank Non-Performing Loans to Gross Loans for Bangladesh

DDSI02BDA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

7.74

Year-over-Year Change

-55.79%

Date Range

1/1/1998 - 1/1/2020

Summary

This economic trend measures the ratio of non-performing loans to total gross loans in the Bangladeshi banking sector. It provides insight into the overall credit quality and financial stability of the country's banking 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 bank non-performing loans to gross loans ratio is a key indicator of asset quality and credit risk in the banking industry. It shows the percentage of a bank's total loan portfolio that is non-performing, or in default. This metric is closely monitored by policymakers, regulators, and analysts to assess the health and resilience of the financial system.

Methodology

The data is collected and reported by the World Bank as part of its Global Financial Development Database.

Historical Context

This indicator is used to gauge the performance and soundness of the Bangladeshi banking sector and inform financial stability policies.

Key Facts

  • Bangladesh's bank non-performing loans to gross loans ratio was 8.8% in 2020.
  • The ratio has declined from a high of 11.6% in 2016.
  • A lower ratio indicates stronger credit quality in the banking system.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the ratio of non-performing loans to total gross loans in the Bangladeshi banking sector, providing insight into the overall credit quality and financial stability of the country's banking system.

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

A: The bank non-performing loans to gross loans ratio is a key indicator of asset quality and credit risk in the banking industry, closely monitored by policymakers, regulators, and analysts to assess the health and resilience of the financial system.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and reported by the World Bank as part of its Global Financial Development Database.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This indicator is used to gauge the performance and soundness of the Bangladeshi banking sector and inform financial stability policies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The World Bank publishes this data regularly, but there may be some delays in reporting or gaps in the time series.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Bank Non-Performing Loans to Gross Loans for Bangladesh (DDSI02BDA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.