Albania Debt Service
Total debt service as % of exports DT.TDS.DECT.EX.ZS
Albania's debt service was -0.83% in 2025, ranked 111th globally. This represents a 110.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2025.
Overview
Albania's debt service stood at -0.83% in 2025, a decline of +8.84% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -0.83% by 2025. Albania ranked 111th globally.
Albania's debt service has experienced significant fluctuations over the 35-year period, with the latest value standing at -0.83 in 2025, ranking 111th globally. This is a substantial decline from its all-time peak of 33.53 in 2015, highlighting a major shift in the country's debt management. In comparison to its peer countries, Albania's current debt service is closer to that of Armenia, which has a value of -2.00, than countries like Iran, Islamic Republic of, with a value of 0.13. The trough in 2025 suggests that Albania has made progress in managing its debt obligations. As the country continues on this trajectory, a change in global economic conditions or a significant increase in borrowing could potentially alter the course of its debt service, impacting its future ranking and financial stability.
Data & projection
| Year | Debt Service | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | -10.73% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | -5.78% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | -0.83% | - | - |
| 2025 | -0.83% | −8.84% | #111 |
| 2024 | 8.01% | −0.54% | #26 |
| 2023 | 8.54% | −0.64% | #30 |
| 2022 | 9.19% | −5.39% | #42 |
| 2021 | 14.57% | −15.16% | #63 |
| 2020 | 29.73% | +18.13% | #94 |
| 2019 | 11.60% | −9.08% | #58 |
| 2018 | 20.68% | +9.53% | #84 |
| 2017 | 11.14% | −4.09% | #58 |
| 2016 | 15.24% | −18.29% | #72 |
| 2015 | 33.53% | +15.99% | #106 |
| 2014 | 17.54% | +4.02% | #90 |
| 2013 | 13.52% | −0.77% | #81 |
| 2012 | 14.29% | +2.46% | #83 |
| 2011 | 11.83% | +1.55% | #79 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Albania matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1997. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw debt service improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Albania's debt service was -0.83% in 2025. Ranked 111th globally. This represents a 110.4% decrease from the previous year.
Albania's debt service peaked at 33.53% in 2015.
The lowest debt service in Albania was -0.83% in 2025.
Albania ranks 111th globally in debt service as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is DT.TDS.DECT.EX.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Albania's debt service is projected to reach -0.83% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The debt service of Albania in 2025 was -0.83%. This ranks 111th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_albania_debt-service,
title = {Albania Debt Service},
url = {https://historysaid.com/albania/debt-service/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}