Cambodia Short-term Debt
Short-term debt as % of total external debt DT.DOD.DSTC.ZS
Cambodia's short-term debt was 19.38% in 2025, ranked 29th globally. This represents a 5.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1981–2025.
Overview
Cambodia's short-term debt stood at 19.38% in 2025, a decline of +1.10% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 19.38% by 2025. Cambodia ranked 29th globally.
Cambodia's short-term debt has exhibited significant fluctuations over the past 45 years, with the latest figure standing at 19.38, ranking 29th globally. Since its all-time trough of 0.00 in 2007, Cambodia's short-term debt has increased steadily, reaching a peak of 22.21 in 2019. Notably, this trajectory mirrors that of other emerging economies, with peer countries such as Sudan and Nigeria also experiencing rising short-term debt levels. In comparison, Vanuatu's short-term debt ranks higher at 20.31, while Cabo Verde's figure stands at 17.47. The relatively high short-term debt in Cambodia may pose a challenge for the country's economic stability, particularly if not managed effectively. A potential shift in the trajectory of Cambodia's short-term debt could be driven by a strengthening of its domestic economy, which would reduce its reliance on external financing and subsequent short-term debt accumulation.
Data & projection
| Year | Short-term Debt | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 18.43% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 18.90% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 19.38% | - | - |
| 2025 | 19.38% | −1.10% | #29 |
| 2024 | 20.48% | +1.08% | #94 |
| 2023 | 19.40% | −1.11% | #94 |
| 2022 | 20.51% | −1.62% | #99 |
| 2021 | 22.13% | +0.64% | #105 |
| 2020 | 21.50% | −0.72% | #104 |
| 2019 | 22.21% | +4.75% | #100 |
| 2018 | 17.46% | +1.91% | #94 |
| 2017 | 15.55% | −1.61% | #84 |
| 2016 | 17.16% | +3.18% | #90 |
| 2015 | 13.98% | +0.92% | #78 |
| 2014 | 13.07% | +0.43% | #73 |
| 2013 | 12.63% | +0.15% | #70 |
| 2012 | 12.49% | +1.82% | #67 |
| 2011 | 10.67% | +1.22% | #61 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Cambodia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw short-term debt improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Cambodia's short-term debt was 19.38% in 2025. Ranked 29th globally. This represents a 5.4% decrease from the previous year.
Cambodia's short-term debt peaked at 22.21% in 2019.
The lowest short-term debt in Cambodia was 0.00% in 1995.
Cambodia ranks 29th globally in short-term debt as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is DT.DOD.DSTC.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Cambodia's short-term debt is projected to reach 19.38% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The short-term debt of Cambodia in 2025 was 19.38%. This ranks 29th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_cambodia_short-term-debt,
title = {Cambodia Short-term Debt},
url = {https://historysaid.com/cambodia/short-term-debt/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}