Albania Short-term Debt
Short-term debt as % of total external debt DT.DOD.DSTC.ZS
Albania's short-term debt was 12.27% in 2025, ranked 47th globally. This represents a 5.9% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2025.
Overview
Albania's short-term debt stood at 12.27% in 2025, a rise of +0.68% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 12.27% by 2025. Albania ranked 47th globally.
Albania's short-term debt has exhibited significant fluctuations over the past 35 years, ranging from an all-time high of 83.15 in 1991 to an all-time low of 0.08 in 2004. The country's current position, ranking #47 globally with a short-term debt of 12.27, indicates a considerable decline from its peak. In comparison, Bangladesh's short-term debt stands at 12.80, a value that is relatively close to Albania's current ranking. Since 1991, Albania's short-term debt has decreased by approximately 85%, a notable improvement considering the country's transition to a market-based economy. This trend suggests that Albania has managed to stabilize its financial position over time. However, a potential increase in borrowing costs or a decline in foreign exchange reserves could alter this trajectory, potentially leading to a rise in short-term debt in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Short-term Debt | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 13.13% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 12.70% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 12.27% | - | - |
| 2025 | 12.27% | +0.68% | #47 |
| 2024 | 11.58% | +0.93% | #71 |
| 2023 | 10.65% | −1.66% | #64 |
| 2022 | 12.31% | +1.22% | #76 |
| 2021 | 11.09% | +1.90% | #69 |
| 2020 | 9.20% | +0.03% | #65 |
| 2019 | 9.17% | −0.31% | #62 |
| 2018 | 9.48% | −12.45% | #58 |
| 2017 | 21.93% | −0.03% | #99 |
| 2016 | 21.95% | +0.72% | #102 |
| 2015 | 21.23% | −0.80% | #98 |
| 2014 | 22.03% | +1.86% | #92 |
| 2013 | 20.17% | +0.27% | #89 |
| 2012 | 19.90% | +3.07% | #89 |
| 2011 | 16.83% | +3.17% | #83 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Albania matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1997. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw short-term debt improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Albania's short-term debt was 12.27% in 2025. Ranked 47th globally. This represents a 5.9% increase from the previous year.
Albania's short-term debt peaked at 83.15% in 1991.
The lowest short-term debt in Albania was 0.08% in 2004.
Albania ranks 47th globally in short-term debt as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is DT.DOD.DSTC.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Albania's short-term debt is projected to reach 12.27% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The short-term debt of Albania in 2025 was 12.27%. This ranks 47th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_albania_short-term-debt,
title = {Albania Short-term Debt},
url = {https://historysaid.com/albania/short-term-debt/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}