sdmxuse: Command to Import Data from Statistical Agencies using the SDMX Standard

Abstract

In this article, I present the command sdmxuse, which allows users to download and import statistical data from international organizations using the Statistical Data and Metadata eXchange standard (SDMX). The data structure is reviewed to show how users can send specific queries and import only the required time series.

Keywords

dm0097 sdmxuse data import data management European Central Bank Eurostat International Monetary Fund Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development United Nations World Bank

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