World Uncertainty Index for Niger
WUINER • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.41
Year-over-Year Change
187.86%
Date Range
1/1/1962 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The World Uncertainty Index (WUI) for Niger measures global economic and political uncertainty and its impact on the country. This key metric helps policymakers and analysts assess Niger's economic resilience and policy responses.
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 World Uncertainty Index (WUI) for Niger tracks the degree of uncertainty expressed in Economist Intelligence Unit country reports for the country. It provides a quantitative measure of uncertainty that can be compared across countries and over time, enabling analysis of how global events affect Niger's economic and political climate.
Methodology
The WUI is calculated by counting the frequency of the word 'uncertain' (and its variants) in Economist Intelligence Unit country report texts.
Historical Context
The WUI is used by policymakers, investors, and analysts to gauge Niger's exposure to global shocks and inform economic and policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The WUI for Niger reached a record high in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Niger's WUI tends to track global uncertainty indices, indicating its economic vulnerability.
- Policymakers use the WUI to assess Niger's readiness for potential economic shocks.
FAQs
Q: What does the World Uncertainty Index for Niger measure?
A: The World Uncertainty Index for Niger measures the degree of economic and political uncertainty expressed in Economist Intelligence Unit reports for the country.
Q: Why is the World Uncertainty Index for Niger relevant for users or analysts?
A: The WUI for Niger provides a quantitative, comparable measure of uncertainty that helps policymakers, investors, and analysts assess the country's economic resilience and exposure to global shocks.
Q: How is the World Uncertainty Index for Niger data collected or calculated?
A: The WUI is calculated by counting the frequency of the word 'uncertain' (and its variants) in Economist Intelligence Unit country report texts for Niger.
Q: How is the World Uncertainty Index for Niger used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers, investors, and analysts use the WUI for Niger to gauge the country's vulnerability to global economic and political shocks, informing policy decisions and investment strategies.
Q: Are there any update delays or limitations for the World Uncertainty Index for Niger?
A: The WUI for Niger is updated regularly based on the release of new Economist Intelligence Unit country reports, but there may be some publication delays inherent in the data source.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, World Uncertainty Index for Niger (WUINER), retrieved from FRED.