Total Credit to Private Non-Financial Sector, Adjusted for Breaks, for France

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total volume of credit extended to the private non-financial sector in France, including households, corporations, and other private entities, from both domestic and foreign sources.

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

A: This metric provides important insights into the overall level of financial intermediation and credit availability supporting economic activity in France. It is closely watched by policymakers, economists, and investors to assess private sector financing conditions and financial system stability.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and compiled by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) based on information from the French central bank and other national statistical sources.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers, such as the Banque de France and the European Central Bank, closely monitor this trend to gauge the overall state of credit conditions and financial intermediation in the French economy, which informs their decisions on monetary policy and financial stability measures.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published on a quarterly basis with a lag of approximately one quarter. There may be revisions to historical data due to changes in methodology or data sources.