Hungary Credit to GDP
Domestic credit to private sector as % of GDP FS.AST.PRVT.GD.ZS
Hungary's credit to gdp was 30.70% in 2025, ranked 100th globally. This represents a 5.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1982–2025.
Overview
Hungary's credit to gdp stood at 30.70% in 2025, a decline of +1.74% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 30.70% by 2025. Hungary ranked 100th globally.
Hungary's credit to GDP ratio has experienced significant fluctuations over the past four decades. At its peak in 2010, the ratio reached 60.32, indicating a substantial reliance on credit in the economy. Conversely, the all-time trough in 1996 saw the ratio plummet to 21.28, highlighting the country's vulnerability to financial shocks. Following a gradual increase, the ratio has stabilized in recent years, with Hungary currently ranking #100 globally at 30.70. This value is comparable to that of Senegal, which ranks #99 with a ratio of 30.83. The ratio has trended downwards since its peak, with a notable decline in the mid-2000s. As Hungary continues to navigate its economic trajectory, a rise in international investment and a strengthening of its financial institutions could potentially lead to an increase in the credit to GDP ratio, but only if accompanied by prudent fiscal management and a more stable economic environment.
Data & projection
| Year | Credit to GDP | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 27.52% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 29.11% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 30.70% | - | - |
| 2025 | 30.70% | −1.74% | #100 |
| 2024 | 32.44% | −0.43% | #39 |
| 2023 | 32.87% | −3.17% | #56 |
| 2022 | 36.04% | −2.37% | #70 |
| 2021 | 38.41% | +0.78% | #74 |
| 2020 | 37.63% | +4.46% | #70 |
| 2019 | 33.17% | +0.91% | #69 |
| 2018 | 32.26% | −0.13% | #66 |
| 2017 | 32.39% | −0.93% | #64 |
| 2016 | 33.32% | −1.78% | #66 |
| 2015 | 35.10% | −7.43% | #69 |
| 2014 | 42.53% | −3.56% | #87 |
| 2013 | 46.10% | −4.32% | #98 |
| 2012 | 50.42% | −8.03% | #106 |
| 2011 | 58.45% | −1.87% | #118 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Hungary matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw credit to gdp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Hungary's credit to gdp was 30.70% in 2025. Ranked 100th globally. This represents a 5.4% decrease from the previous year.
Hungary's credit to gdp peaked at 60.32% in 2010.
The lowest credit to gdp in Hungary was 21.28% in 1996.
Hungary ranks 100th globally in credit to gdp as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is FS.AST.PRVT.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Hungary's credit to gdp is projected to reach 30.70% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The credit to gdp of Hungary in 2025 was 30.70%. This ranks 100th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_hungary_credit-to-gdp,
title = {Hungary Credit to GDP},
url = {https://historysaid.com/hungary/credit-to-gdp/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}