World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Lebanon
WUPILBN • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
1/1/1996 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Lebanon measures uncertainty related to the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic in Lebanon. This trend is a key indicator for policymakers and economists assessing the country's economic recovery.
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 for Lebanon is a sentiment-based measure that quantifies uncertainty about the economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic in the country. It is used by analysts to gauge the level of economic disruption and volatility faced by Lebanese businesses and consumers.
Methodology
The index is calculated based on the frequency of pandemic-related keywords in domestic news articles.
Historical Context
The index provides timely insights into the pandemic's impact on the Lebanese economy to inform policy decisions and market analysis.
Key Facts
- Lebanon's WPUI reached a record high in April 2020 at the start of the pandemic.
- The index fell sharply in 2021 as vaccine rollouts began, but spiked again in 2022 due to political instability.
- High WPUI values indicate heightened economic uncertainty in Lebanon.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Lebanon measures uncertainty related to the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic in the country.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The WPUI for Lebanon provides timely insights into the level of economic disruption and volatility faced by Lebanese businesses and consumers due to the pandemic, which is crucial for policymakers and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The index is calculated based on the frequency of pandemic-related keywords in domestic news articles in Lebanon.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Lebanon is used by policymakers and economists to assess the country's economic recovery and inform policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is updated regularly, but there may be lags in data availability or limitations in capturing all pandemic-related uncertainty in Lebanon.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Lebanon (WUPILBN), retrieved from FRED.