Central African Republic Reserves in Months of Imports
Total reserves in months of imports FI.RES.TOTL.MO
Central African Republic's reserves in months of imports was 9.6 in 1994, ranked 5th globally. This represents a 116.0% increase from 1993. Data from World Bank, covering 1977–1994.
Overview
Central African Republic's reserves in months of imports stood at 9.6 in 1994, a rise of +5.2 from 1993. Central African Republic ranked 5th globally.
The Central African Republic experienced a significant increase in its foreign exchange reserves, measured as months of imports, over the course of the 1970s and 1980s, with the all-time peak of 9.63 months occurring in 1994. This marked a notable improvement from the trough of 1.50 months in 1978, indicating a substantial rise in the country's ability to cover its import needs. Notably, the Central African Republic's reserves in 1994 ranked fifth globally, surpassing those of several peer countries, including Egypt, which ranked first with 9.74 months of imports covered. The improvement in reserves is likely the result of a combination of factors, including increased foreign investment and aid. However, the trajectory of the country's foreign exchange reserves may be threatened by ongoing conflict and instability, which could lead to a decline in foreign investment and a decrease in the country's ability to cover its import needs.
Data & projection
| Year | Reserves in Months of Imports | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 9.6 | +5.2 | #5 |
| 1993 | 4.5 | +1.0 | #32 |
| 1992 | 3.4 | −0.4 | #37 |
| 1991 | 3.8 | +0.4 | #36 |
| 1990 | 3.4 | −0.6 | #35 |
| 1989 | 4.0 | +0.1 | #29 |
| 1988 | 3.9 | +0.6 | #32 |
| 1987 | 3.3 | +0.9 | #49 |
| 1986 | 2.3 | +0.1 | #70 |
| 1985 | 2.2 | −0.6 | #62 |
| 1984 | 2.8 | +0.4 | #42 |
| 1983 | 2.4 | +0.1 | #54 |
| 1982 | 2.3 | −1.4 | #53 |
| 1981 | 3.7 | +1.4 | #30 |
| 1980 | 2.2 | −0.1 | #60 |
Analysis
Central African Republic's reserves in months of imports was 9.6 in 1994, a rise of +5.2 from 1993.
Frequently Asked Questions
Central African Republic's reserves in months of imports was 9.6 in 1994. Ranked 5th globally. This represents a 116.0% increase from the previous year.
Central African Republic's reserves in months of imports peaked at 9.6 in 1994.
The lowest reserves in months of imports in Central African Republic was 1.5 in 1978.
Central African Republic ranks 5th globally in reserves in months of imports as of 1994.
The World Bank indicator code is FI.RES.TOTL.MO. Data sourced from World Bank.
The reserves in months of imports of Central African Republic in 1994 was 9.6. This ranks 5th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_central-african-republic_reserves-months-imports,
title = {Central African Republic Reserves in Months of Imports},
url = {https://historysaid.com/central-african-republic/reserves-months-imports/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}