Albania Reserves in Months of Imports
Total reserves in months of imports FI.RES.TOTL.MO
Albania's reserves in months of imports was 5.0 in 2025, ranked 52nd globally. This represents a 16.8% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1993–2025.
Overview
Albania's reserves in months of imports stood at 5.0 in 2025, a decline of +1.0 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 5.0 by 2025. Albania ranked 52nd globally.
Albania’s reserves in months of imports have risen markedly since the early 1990s, climbing from a trough of 2.52 in 1993 to an all‑time peak of 9.16 in 2020, before settling at 5.02 in 2025, which places the country at 52nd position globally. The 2020 peak reflected a concerted effort to buffer the economy against external shocks, while the subsequent moderation aligns Albania’s coverage with peers such as Ukraine (5.02) and Czechia (5.05). Over the 33‑year series, the upward trajectory underscores improved external financing capacity and a more resilient trade balance. Nonetheless, the current level remains modest compared with the 2020 high, suggesting that any deterioration in export performance or widening current‑account deficits could erode the buffer. Strengthening export diversification and maintaining prudent fiscal policies will be key to sustaining or extending the upward trend in import‑covering reserves.
Data & projection
| Year | Reserves in Months of Imports | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 3.6 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 4.3 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 5.0 | - | - |
| 2025 | 5.0 | −1.0 | #52 |
| 2024 | 6.0 | −0.7 | #33 |
| 2023 | 6.7 | +0.4 | #33 |
| 2022 | 6.3 | −1.4 | #38 |
| 2021 | 7.8 | −1.4 | #39 |
| 2020 | 9.2 | +3.2 | #39 |
| 2019 | 5.9 | −0.4 | #49 |
| 2018 | 6.4 | −0.2 | #42 |
| 2017 | 6.6 | +0.0 | #46 |
| 2016 | 6.5 | −0.5 | #41 |
| 2015 | 7.0 | +2.2 | #33 |
| 2014 | 4.9 | −0.5 | #55 |
| 2013 | 5.4 | +0.4 | #50 |
| 2012 | 5.0 | +0.8 | #56 |
| 2011 | 4.2 | −0.6 | #66 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Albania matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1997. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw reserves in months of imports improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Albania's reserves in months of imports was 5.0 in 2025. Ranked 52nd globally. This represents a 16.8% decrease from the previous year.
Albania's reserves in months of imports peaked at 9.2 in 2020.
The lowest reserves in months of imports in Albania was 2.5 in 1993.
Albania ranks 52nd globally in reserves in months of imports as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is FI.RES.TOTL.MO. Data sourced from World Bank.
Albania's reserves in months of imports is projected to reach 5.0 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The reserves in months of imports of Albania in 2025 was 5.0. This ranks 52nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_albania_reserves-months-imports,
title = {Albania Reserves in Months of Imports},
url = {https://historysaid.com/albania/reserves-months-imports/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}