Capital Stock at Constant National Prices for El Salvador

RKNANPSVA666NRUG • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

175,331.59

Year-over-Year Change

49.09%

Date Range

1/1/1950 - 1/1/2019

Summary

The Capital Stock at Constant National Prices for El Salvador measures the total value of fixed assets used in the production of goods and services within the Salvadoran economy. This metric is crucial for understanding the country's productive capacity and investment trends.

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

This series represents the net stock of fixed assets, including machinery, equipment, and structures, valued at constant national prices. It is a key indicator of an economy's productive capacity and is used by economists and policymakers to assess investment, economic growth, and capital deepening.

Methodology

The data is calculated by the World Bank using the perpetual inventory method, which tracks the accumulation of investments and the depreciation of existing capital stock.

Historical Context

Analysts and policymakers use this metric to gauge the Salvadoran economy's long-term productive potential and to inform investment, fiscal, and monetary policy decisions.

Key Facts

  • The capital stock in El Salvador was valued at $47.4 billion in 2020.
  • Capital stock per capita in El Salvador was $7,206 in 2020.
  • The capital stock to GDP ratio in El Salvador was 1.36 in 2020.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the total value of fixed assets, such as machinery, equipment, and structures, used in production within the Salvadoran economy.

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

A: This metric is crucial for understanding El Salvador's productive capacity and investment trends, which are key inputs for economic growth and policy analysis.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is calculated by the World Bank using the perpetual inventory method, which tracks the accumulation of investments and the depreciation of existing capital stock.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Analysts and policymakers use this metric to gauge the Salvadoran economy's long-term productive potential and to inform investment, fiscal, and monetary policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is subject to the publication schedule and methodological constraints of the World Bank, which is the primary source.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Capital Stock at Constant National Prices for El Salvador (RKNANPSVA666NRUG), retrieved from FRED.