Discussion About Pandemics Index for Thailand
WPDITHA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
23.04
Year-over-Year Change
-80.31%
Date Range
1/1/1996 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The Discussion About Pandemics Index for Thailand (WPDITHA) measures the frequency of discussions about pandemics in the Thai media. This provides insight into public awareness and concerns regarding infectious disease outbreaks.
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 WPDITHA is an economic indicator that tracks the prevalence of pandemic-related discussions in Thai news and social media. It is used by policymakers and analysts to gauge public sentiment and anticipate potential impacts on consumer behavior, business operations, and government policy.
Methodology
The index is calculated by the World Bank using natural language processing to analyze a broad sample of Thai-language online content.
Historical Context
The WPDITHA is a timely indicator that can inform decisions around public health measures, economic interventions, and crisis communications.
Key Facts
- The WPDITHA reached an all-time high in March 2020 during the COVID-19 outbreak.
- Thailand's index value is generally lower than neighboring countries in Southeast Asia.
- The index provides early signals of public concern about emerging infectious diseases.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Discussion About Pandemics Index for Thailand (WPDITHA) measures the frequency of pandemic-related discussions in the Thai media. It serves as an indicator of public awareness and concern about infectious disease outbreaks.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The WPDITHA provides timely insights into public sentiment that can inform decision-making around public health measures, economic interventions, and crisis communications.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The index is calculated by the World Bank using natural language processing to analyze a broad sample of Thai-language online content.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use the WPDITHA to gauge public awareness and concerns regarding infectious disease outbreaks, which can inform decisions around public health measures and economic interventions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The WPDITHA is updated regularly, but there may be some delay in the availability of the latest data.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Discussion About Pandemics Index for Thailand (WPDITHA), retrieved from FRED.