This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Moldovan statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Moldovan-specific metadata information.
| Indicator |
Indicator 9.3.1.1: Contribution of gross value added of SMEs in total gross value added |
|---|---|
| Definition and concepts |
The constant defining criterion used to classify small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for statistical purposes is the average annual number of employees (According to Article 5, paragraph 2 of Law no. 179/2016 on Small and Medium Enterprises). The small and medium-sized enterprises sector includes enterprises with an average annual number of up to 250 employees (According to Article 4, paragraph 1, letter a) of Law no. 179/2016 on small and medium-sized enterprises). |
| Unit of measure |
Percent, % |
| Method of computation |
Gross Value Added (GVA) obtained by SME as proportion of the total Gross Value Added (GVA) in economy; current prices. GVA contribution of SMEs to setting the total GVA in economy = GVA SME / GVA total in economy*100. |
| Comparability with global indicator |
Unlike the global indicator that measures the SME contribution to GAV, the national indicator comes with additional data about the contribution of GAV obtained from SMEs to the total GAV in the national economy |
| Periodicity |
Annual |
| Data last updated | May 25, 2024 |
| Metadata last updated | May 25, 2024 |