Bosnia and Herzegovina Domestic Credit
Domestic credit provided by financial sector as % of GDP FS.AST.DOMS.GD.ZS
Bosnia and Herzegovina's domestic credit was 49.00% in 2025, ranked 34th globally. This represents a 9.1% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2006–2025.
Overview
Bosnia and Herzegovina's domestic credit stood at 49.00% in 2025, a decline of +4.93% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 49.00% by 2025. Bosnia and Herzegovina ranked 34th globally.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's domestic credit has experienced fluctuations over the past two decades, with the latest data showing a value of 49.00, ranking the country 34th globally in 2025. The all-time peak of 65.20 in 2014 was significantly higher than the current value, indicating a decline in domestic credit since then. This trajectory is comparable to that of Albania, which experienced a similar peak in 2013. In contrast, other peer countries such as Indonesia have shown more stable domestic credit growth. The domestic credit in Bosnia and Herzegovina has now reached its all-time trough, underscoring the country's current economic challenges. To reverse this trend, the country would need to implement policies aimed at increasing economic growth and investment, such as improving its business environment and increasing access to credit for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Data & projection
| Year | Domestic Credit | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 45.01% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 47.00% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 49.00% | - | - |
| 2025 | 49.00% | −4.93% | #34 |
| 2024 | 53.93% | +2.11% | #14 |
| 2023 | 51.82% | +0.44% | #17 |
| 2022 | 51.37% | −4.55% | #21 |
| 2021 | 55.93% | −5.92% | #23 |
| 2020 | 61.84% | +2.12% | #24 |
| 2019 | 59.72% | −0.16% | #25 |
| 2018 | 59.88% | −1.67% | #25 |
| 2017 | 61.55% | −0.48% | #28 |
| 2016 | 62.03% | −1.16% | #27 |
| 2015 | 63.19% | −2.01% | #27 |
| 2014 | 65.20% | +0.13% | #26 |
| 2013 | 65.07% | +0.23% | #27 |
| 2012 | 64.84% | +2.47% | #27 |
| 2011 | 62.37% | +0.94% | #26 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bosnia and Herzegovina matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw domestic credit improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bosnia and Herzegovina's domestic credit was 49.00% in 2025. Ranked 34th globally. This represents a 9.1% decrease from the previous year.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's domestic credit peaked at 65.20% in 2014.
The lowest domestic credit in Bosnia and Herzegovina was 49.00% in 2025.
Bosnia and Herzegovina ranks 34th globally in domestic credit as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is FS.AST.DOMS.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's domestic credit is projected to reach 49.00% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The domestic credit of Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2025 was 49.00%. This ranks 34th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bosnia-and-herzegovina_domestic-credit,
title = {Bosnia and Herzegovina Domestic Credit},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bosnia-and-herzegovina/domestic-credit/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}