Burundi Credit to GDP
Domestic credit to private sector as % of GDP FS.AST.PRVT.GD.ZS
Burundi's credit to gdp was 48.99% in 2025, ranked 65th globally. This represents a 31.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1964–2025.
Overview
Burundi's credit to gdp stood at 48.99% in 2025, a rise of +11.61% from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 48.99% by 2025. Burundi ranked 65th globally.
Burundi’s credit to GDP ratio has risen from a modest 2.67 in 1964 to an all‑time peak of 48.99 in 2025, placing the country 65th globally and marking a 61‑year expansion of formal credit availability. After a brief trough of 2.54 in 1966, the indicator showed a gradual but accelerating climb, reflecting structural reforms, modest improvements in financial inclusion and increased reliance on external borrowing. By 2025 the ratio matches the levels of peers such as the Philippines (47.97) and Peru (50.32), suggesting that Burundi is converging toward the credit depth of emerging market economies rather than remaining in the low‑credit band typical of many low‑income states. The sustained upward trajectory is underpinned by recent policy measures aimed at expanding micro‑finance networks and strengthening regulatory frameworks. Continued diversification of the financial sector, coupled with macro‑economic stability, will be crucial if Burundi is to maintain this momentum and push the credit‑to‑GDP ratio higher in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Credit to GDP | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 54.30% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 48.99% | - | - |
| 2025 | 48.99% | +11.61% | #65 |
| 2023 | 37.38% | +2.44% | #69 |
| 2022 | 34.94% | +6.56% | #65 |
| 2021 | 28.38% | +8.97% | #56 |
| 2020 | 19.40% | +0.83% | #34 |
| 2019 | 18.58% | +2.07% | #37 |
| 2018 | 16.51% | +1.63% | #32 |
| 2017 | 14.88% | −2.47% | #27 |
| 2016 | 17.34% | −0.76% | #29 |
| 2015 | 18.10% | −1.19% | #31 |
| 2014 | 19.29% | −0.10% | #38 |
| 2013 | 19.39% | −0.87% | #43 |
| 2012 | 20.26% | −1.30% | #48 |
| 2011 | 21.56% | +3.20% | #51 |
| 2010 | 18.36% | +3.68% | #41 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Burundi matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2023. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw credit to gdp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Burundi's credit to gdp was 48.99% in 2025. Ranked 65th globally. This represents a 31.1% increase from the previous year.
Burundi's credit to gdp peaked at 48.99% in 2025.
The lowest credit to gdp in Burundi was 2.54% in 1966.
Burundi ranks 65th globally in credit to gdp as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is FS.AST.PRVT.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Burundi's credit to gdp is projected to reach 48.99% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The credit to gdp of Burundi in 2025 was 48.99%. This ranks 65th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_burundi_credit-to-gdp,
title = {Burundi Credit to GDP},
url = {https://historysaid.com/burundi/credit-to-gdp/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}