World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Cambodia
WUPIKHM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
-100.00%
Date Range
1/1/1996 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Cambodia measures economic uncertainty related to the COVID-19 pandemic in Cambodia. This metric is critical for understanding the pandemic's impact on the Cambodian economy.
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 Pandemic Uncertainty Index (WPUI) tracks policy-related economic uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The WUPIKHM series specifically measures this uncertainty for Cambodia, providing insights into how the health crisis is affecting the country's economy.
Methodology
The index is calculated based on newspaper coverage of economic policy uncertainty related to the pandemic.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use the WUPIKHM to gauge the pandemic's effect on the Cambodian economy and inform appropriate policy responses.
Key Facts
- The WUPIKHM reached a record high in April 2020 during the initial COVID-19 outbreak.
- Economic uncertainty in Cambodia has trended downward since the peak but remains elevated.
- The index provides a timely gauge of the pandemic's effect on the Cambodian economy.
FAQs
Q: What does the World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Cambodia measure?
A: The WUPIKHM measures economic policy uncertainty in Cambodia related to the COVID-19 pandemic. It tracks newspaper coverage of pandemic-related policy issues that could impact the Cambodian economy.
Q: Why is the World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Cambodia relevant?
A: The WUPIKHM provides critical insights into how the COVID-19 crisis is affecting the Cambodian economy. Policymakers and analysts use this metric to understand the pandemic's impact and inform appropriate policy responses.
Q: How is the World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Cambodia calculated?
A: The index is calculated based on an analysis of newspaper articles that discuss economic policy uncertainty related to the COVID-19 pandemic in Cambodia.
Q: How is the World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Cambodia used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and economists monitor the WUPIKHM to gauge the pandemic's effect on the Cambodian economy and inform fiscal, monetary, and other policy decisions aimed at supporting economic recovery.
Q: Are there any limitations or delays in the World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Cambodia data?
A: The WUPIKHM data is published with a short lag, typically a few weeks after the end of the reference period. There may also be revisions to earlier data points as new information becomes available.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Cambodia (WUPIKHM), retrieved from FRED.