Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Cambodia
WUIMAKHM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.13
Year-over-Year Change
25.86%
Date Range
7/1/1956 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Cambodia tracks economic policy uncertainty in the country. It is a key indicator for assessing business climate and investment risks.
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 measures the degree of uncertainty surrounding economic policy in a given country. It is constructed using text analysis of the Economist Intelligence Unit country reports, providing a quantitative indicator of policy uncertainty that can be compared across countries and over time.
Methodology
The index is calculated by counting the frequency of the word 'uncertainty' in the Economist Intelligence Unit country reports for Cambodia.
Historical Context
The index is widely used by policymakers, investors, and analysts to gauge the stability of the business environment and potential economic risks.
Key Facts
- The index ranges from 0 to 1, with higher values indicating greater policy uncertainty.
- Cambodia's index reached a peak in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Policymakers monitor the index to understand potential impacts on investment and economic growth.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Cambodia measures the degree of economic policy uncertainty in the country, based on text analysis of Economist Intelligence Unit reports.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The index provides a quantitative indicator of policy uncertainty that is useful for assessing business climate, investment risks, and potential impacts on economic growth.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The index is calculated by counting the frequency of the word 'uncertainty' in the Economist Intelligence Unit country reports for Cambodia.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers, investors, and analysts use the index to gauge the stability of the business environment and potential economic risks in Cambodia.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is updated quarterly, with a potential delay of several months due to the process of collecting and analyzing the Economist Intelligence Unit reports.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Smoothed World Uncertainty Index for Cambodia (WUIMAKHM), retrieved from FRED.