World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Lithuania
WUPILTU • 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 Lithuania measures uncertainty related to the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic in Lithuania. It is a key indicator for policymakers and analysts monitoring 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 Lithuania tracks volatility in media references to the economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic within the country. It serves as a real-time gauge of uncertainty faced by households, businesses, and policymakers.
Methodology
The index is calculated by researchers based on the frequency of relevant terms in Lithuanian-language news articles and social media.
Historical Context
The index provides insight into how the pandemic is affecting consumer and business confidence in Lithuania, informing economic policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The index has a baseline value of 100 set in January 2020.
- It reached a peak of 252 in April 2020 during the initial pandemic wave.
- The index has gradually declined but remains elevated compared to pre-pandemic levels.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Lithuania measures uncertainty related to the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic within the country.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The index provides a real-time gauge of pandemic-related uncertainty faced by households, businesses, and policymakers in Lithuania, informing economic recovery monitoring and policy decisions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The index is calculated based on the frequency of relevant terms in Lithuanian-language news articles and social media.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Lithuania offers insight into consumer and business confidence, which is used by policymakers to inform economic recovery strategies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is updated regularly by researchers, though there may be short lags in availability compared to real-time media mentions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Lithuania (WUPILTU), retrieved from FRED.