Chile Credit to GDP
Domestic credit to private sector as % of GDP FS.AST.PRVT.GD.ZS
Chile's credit to gdp was 99.40% in 2025, ranked 20th globally. This represents a 3.9% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2001–2025.
Overview
Chile's credit to gdp stood at 99.40% in 2025, a decline of +3.99% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 99.40% by 2025. Chile ranked 20th globally.
Chile's credit to GDP ratio has demonstrated a notable increase over the past two and a half decades, with the indicator rising from 73.08 in 2001 to a peak of 124.88 in 2019. This growth indicates a substantial expansion of the country's financial sector, positioning Chile among the top-tier economies in terms of credit penetration. As of 2025, Chile's credit to GDP ratio stands at 99.40, ranking it 20th globally. Notably, Chile's expansion lags behind that of peer economies such as the United Kingdom, which boasts a credit to GDP ratio of 102.50. The UK's robust financial system, coupled with a strong, service-oriented economy, has enabled it to maintain a higher credit-to-GDP ratio compared to Chile. To sustain its growth trajectory, Chile must focus on maintaining macroeconomic stability, investing in infrastructure, and fostering a favorable business environment to attract foreign investment, thereby boosting its credit-to-GDP ratio further.
Data & projection
| Year | Credit to GDP | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 91.13% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 95.26% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 99.40% | - | - |
| 2025 | 99.40% | −3.99% | #20 |
| 2024 | 103.39% | −6.11% | #107 |
| 2023 | 109.49% | −3.13% | #131 |
| 2022 | 112.62% | +3.30% | #141 |
| 2021 | 109.32% | −14.82% | #145 |
| 2020 | 124.14% | −0.74% | #150 |
| 2019 | 124.88% | +6.68% | #161 |
| 2018 | 118.19% | +4.61% | #157 |
| 2017 | 113.58% | +2.27% | #157 |
| 2016 | 111.31% | +1.19% | #157 |
| 2015 | 110.12% | +1.06% | #155 |
| 2014 | 109.06% | +3.02% | #154 |
| 2013 | 106.04% | +1.77% | #154 |
| 2012 | 104.27% | +2.40% | #151 |
| 2011 | 101.86% | +2.39% | #149 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Chile matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2010. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw credit to gdp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Chile's credit to gdp was 99.40% in 2025. Ranked 20th globally. This represents a 3.9% decrease from the previous year.
Chile's credit to gdp peaked at 124.88% in 2019.
The lowest credit to gdp in Chile was 73.08% in 2001.
Chile ranks 20th globally in credit to gdp as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is FS.AST.PRVT.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Chile's credit to gdp is projected to reach 99.40% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The credit to gdp of Chile in 2025 was 99.40%. This ranks 20th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_chile_credit-to-gdp,
title = {Chile Credit to GDP},
url = {https://historysaid.com/chile/credit-to-gdp/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}