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Global and Regional GDP Data
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This dataset offers key economic insights, providing Gross Domestic Product (GDP) figures for countries, defined regions, and the entire world. The data is expressed in current US Dollars ($), with regions encompassing collections of countries such as Europe & Central Asia. The information is sourced from the World Bank, specifically its national accounts data, and also includes data from OECD National Accounts files. This dataset is updated annually, making it a valuable resource for tracking global economic output.
Columns
- Country Name: This column lists the names of individual countries and defined regional groupings (e.g., Caribbean small states). It contains 256 distinct country or region entries.
- Country Code: A unique three-letter code associated with each country or region, with 256 unique codes (e.g., CSS for Caribbean small states).
- Year: Specifies the year for which the GDP data is recorded. The data spans from 1960 to 2016.
- Value: Represents the Gross Domestic Product in current US Dollars ($). The values range significantly, from approximately 8.82 million to 79.049 trillion across the dataset.
Distribution
The dataset is distributed as a CSV file named
gdp_csv.csv. The file size is approximately 454.34 KB. It is structured with 4 columns and contains 11.5 thousand records (rows) of data.Usage
This dataset is ideally suited for a variety of applications, including:
- Economic Trend Analysis: Examining patterns and shifts in global and regional economic performance over time.
- Policy Development: Informing and evaluating economic policies at national and international levels.
- Investment Analysis: Assessing economic conditions in different countries and regions to support investment decisions.
- Academic Research: Providing foundational data for studies in macroeconomics, international development, and global finance.
Coverage
- Geographic: The dataset covers individual countries, various regional groupings (e.g., Europe & Central Asia), and world totals, providing a broad geographical scope.
- Time Range: Data is available annually, covering the period from 1960 through to 2016.
- Demographic: This dataset focuses on economic output metrics and does not contain specific demographic details beyond country and regional classifications.
License
CC BY-NC-ND
Who Can Use It
This dataset is particularly useful for:
- Economists and Financial Analysts: For in-depth economic modelling, forecasting, and market condition assessment.
- Government Bodies and Policy Makers: To monitor national and global economic health and guide strategic planning.
- Researchers and Academics: As a primary data source for studies in economics, international relations, and public policy.
- Data Scientists and Developers: For building applications that require robust economic indicators.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Global and Regional GDP Data
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Original Data Source: Global and Regional GDP Data
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