Honduras External Debt to GNI
External debt stocks as % of GNI DT.DOD.DECT.GN.ZS
Honduras's external debt to gni was 37.31% in 2025, ranked 66th globally. This represents a 10.8% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1970–2025.
Overview
Honduras's external debt to gni stood at 37.31% in 2025, a decline of +4.52pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 37.31% by 2025. Honduras ranked 66th globally.
Honduras’ external debt to gross national income rose from a trough of 22.61 % in 1970 to an all‑time peak of 108.35 % in 1994, before declining to 37.31 % in 2025, placing the country 66th globally. The 1990s surge reflected a combination of heavy borrowing for infrastructure and fiscal deficits, while the subsequent moderation coincided with debt‑service reforms and tighter fiscal consolidation. Over the 56‑year series, the ratio has remained well above the early‑1970 level but has converged with peers such as Kenya (36.55 %) and Uganda (37.71 %) in the mid‑2020s, suggesting a regional normalization of external indebtedness. The recent decline to 37.31 % indicates progress, yet the legacy of the 1994 peak leaves debt sustainability vulnerable to external shocks. Continued fiscal discipline, diversification of export earnings and improved debt‑management practices will be crucial to sustain the downward trajectory and prevent a reversal toward higher debt‑to‑GNI ratios.
Data & projection
| Year | External Debt to GNI | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 32.06% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 34.69% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 37.31% | - | - |
| 2025 | 37.31% | −4.52pp | #66 |
| 2024 | 41.82% | +1.06pp | #50 |
| 2023 | 40.76% | −2.94pp | #48 |
| 2022 | 43.70% | −4.83pp | #55 |
| 2021 | 48.53% | −2.51pp | #55 |
| 2020 | 51.05% | +8.52pp | #55 |
| 2019 | 42.52% | +1.13pp | #56 |
| 2018 | 41.39% | +1.11pp | #60 |
| 2017 | 40.28% | +2.55pp | #58 |
| 2016 | 37.73% | −1.32pp | #54 |
| 2015 | 39.05% | −1.54pp | #60 |
| 2014 | 40.59% | +0.63pp | #68 |
| 2013 | 39.96% | +10.47pp | #68 |
| 2012 | 29.49% | +3.14pp | #54 |
| 2011 | 26.36% | −0.17pp | #46 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Honduras matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1997. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw external debt to gni improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Honduras's external debt to gni was 37.31% in 2025. Ranked 66th globally. This represents a 10.8% decrease from the previous year.
Honduras's external debt to gni peaked at 108.35% in 1994.
The lowest external debt to gni in Honduras was 22.61% in 1970.
Honduras ranks 66th globally in external debt to gni as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is DT.DOD.DECT.GN.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Honduras's external debt to gni is projected to reach 37.31% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The external debt to gni of Honduras in 2025 was 37.31%. This ranks 66th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_honduras_external-debt-to-gni,
title = {Honduras External Debt to GNI},
url = {https://historysaid.com/honduras/external-debt-to-gni/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}