Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Croatia
WUIMAHRV • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.07
Year-over-Year Change
10.55%
Date Range
7/1/1993 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Croatia measures economic policy uncertainty in Croatia, providing insights into the stability and predictability of the country's economic environment.
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 Smoothed World Uncertainty Index (WUI) is a quarterly-updated metric that tracks economic policy uncertainty across countries. The WUI for Croatia specifically captures uncertainty related to economic policy decisions and their potential impact on the Croatian economy.
Methodology
The index is calculated based on the frequency of references to 'uncertainty' in Economist Intelligence Unit country reports.
Historical Context
The WUI for Croatia is used by policymakers, investors, and analysts to gauge the level of economic risk and instability in the country.
Key Facts
- The WUI for Croatia is updated quarterly.
- Higher WUI values indicate greater economic policy uncertainty.
- Croatia's WUI reached a peak during the global financial crisis.
FAQs
Q: What does the Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Croatia measure?
A: The Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Croatia measures the level of economic policy uncertainty in the country, based on the frequency of references to 'uncertainty' in Economist Intelligence Unit reports.
Q: Why is the Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Croatia relevant for users or analysts?
A: The WUI for Croatia provides valuable insights into the stability and predictability of the country's economic environment, which is useful for policymakers, investors, and analysts in assessing economic risk and making informed decisions.
Q: How is the Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Croatia data collected or calculated?
A: The index is calculated based on the frequency of references to 'uncertainty' in Economist Intelligence Unit country reports.
Q: How is the Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Croatia used in economic policy?
A: The WUI for Croatia is used by policymakers, investors, and analysts to gauge the level of economic risk and instability in the country, which can inform policy decisions and investment strategies.
Q: Are there any update delays or limitations for the Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Croatia?
A: The Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Croatia is updated quarterly, so there may be a delay in reflecting the most recent economic conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Croatia (WUIMAHRV), retrieved from FRED.