World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Panama
WUPIPAN • 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 Panama measures economic uncertainty related to the COVID-19 pandemic in Panama, providing insight into how the crisis impacts the country's 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
This index tracks pandemic-related uncertainty in Panama by analyzing newspaper articles for terms related to the pandemic and economic uncertainty. It serves as an important indicator of the economic impacts of the ongoing health crisis.
Methodology
The index is calculated by the International Monetary Fund based on textual analysis of Panamanian news media.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts use this index to understand the pandemic's economic effects and inform policy decisions.
Key Facts
- The index ranges from 0 to 100, with higher values indicating greater economic uncertainty.
- Panama's index reached a peak of 93.2 in April 2020 at the start of the pandemic.
- The index has declined since its peak but remains elevated compared to pre-pandemic levels.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Panama measures economic uncertainty related to the COVID-19 pandemic in the country.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index provides important insight into how the ongoing health crisis is impacting Panama's economy, which is crucial information for policymakers and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The index is calculated by the International Monetary Fund based on textual analysis of Panamanian news media.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this index to understand the pandemic's economic effects and inform policy decisions in Panama.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is updated regularly, though there may be some delay in publishing the latest data.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, World Pandemic Uncertainty Index for Panama (WUPIPAN), retrieved from FRED.