Bosnia and Herzegovina Short-term Debt
Short-term debt as % of total external debt DT.DOD.DSTC.ZS
Bosnia and Herzegovina's short-term debt was 22.20% in 2025, ranked 22nd globally. This represents a 0.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1999–2025.
Overview
Bosnia and Herzegovina's short-term debt stood at 22.20% in 2025, a rise of +0.07% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 22.20% by 2025. Bosnia and Herzegovina ranked 22nd globally.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's short-term debt has experienced a significant increase over the past 27 years, with its all-time peak of 22.86% reached in 2018. This growth can be attributed to various factors, including economic recovery and integration into the global market. The country's short-term debt has been steadily rising since the early 2000s, with a notable increase from the trough of 1.37% in 2000. In comparison, other countries with similar short-term debt levels include Algeria at 22.39% and Russian Federation at 21.72%. As of 2025, Bosnia and Herzegovina's short-term debt stands at 22.20%, ranking 22nd globally. This trend suggests that the country's reliance on short-term financing continues to grow. A potential shift in the trajectory could be driven by efforts to reduce the country's debt-to-GDP ratio and promote long-term economic growth, which could be facilitated by foreign investment and sustainable economic policies.
Data & projection
| Year | Short-term Debt | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 23.48% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 22.84% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 22.20% | - | - |
| 2025 | 22.20% | +0.07% | #22 |
| 2024 | 22.13% | +1.28% | #99 |
| 2023 | 20.84% | +1.26% | #97 |
| 2022 | 19.59% | +0.64% | #94 |
| 2021 | 18.95% | −0.93% | #97 |
| 2020 | 19.88% | −2.25% | #99 |
| 2019 | 22.13% | −0.73% | #99 |
| 2018 | 22.86% | +20.67% | #100 |
| 2017 | 2.19% | −3.36% | #19 |
| 2016 | 5.55% | +0.00% | #46 |
| 2015 | 5.55% | −0.40% | #39 |
| 2014 | 5.95% | −1.42% | #35 |
| 2013 | 7.37% | −1.30% | #47 |
| 2012 | 8.67% | −2.03% | #55 |
| 2011 | 10.70% | +2.70% | #62 |
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 short-term debt improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bosnia and Herzegovina's short-term debt was 22.20% in 2025. Ranked 22nd globally. This represents a 0.3% increase from the previous year.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's short-term debt peaked at 22.86% in 2018.
The lowest short-term debt in Bosnia and Herzegovina was 1.37% in 2000.
Bosnia and Herzegovina ranks 22nd globally in short-term debt as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is DT.DOD.DSTC.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's short-term debt is projected to reach 22.20% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The short-term debt of Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2025 was 22.20%. This ranks 22nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bosnia-and-herzegovina_short-term-debt,
title = {Bosnia and Herzegovina Short-term Debt},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bosnia-and-herzegovina/short-term-debt/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}