Moldova Trade Balance
External balance on goods and services NE.RSB.GNFS.CD
Moldova's trade balance was $-5.2B in 2025, ranked 145th globally. This represents a 9.7% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1995–2025.
Overview
Moldova's trade balance stood at $-5.2B in 2025, a decline of +$454.3M from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $-5.2B by 2025. Moldova ranked 145th globally.
Moldova’s trade balance has widened dramatically over the 31‑year span from a modest deficit of ‑136,108,803.28 in 1995 to a deepening shortfall of ‑5,157,137,050.36 in 2025, placing the country at rank 145 globally. The all‑time trough recorded in 2025 surpasses the deficits of peer economies such as the Syrian Arab Republic (‑5,023,341,788.98) and Afghanistan (‑5,257,500,990.96), reflecting persistent current‑account pressures despite modest export growth. The persistent widening suggests structural constraints, including limited diversification of export commodities and reliance on imported energy, which have amplified the negative balance. While occasional policy interventions have aimed to boost competitiveness, the trajectory remains downward, and without significant shifts in export composition or reductions in import intensity, the deficit is likely to remain entrenched. Future improvements will depend on successful integration into regional value chains and the implementation of reforms that enhance productivity and reduce import dependence.
Data & projection
| Year | Trade Balance | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $-6.0B | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $-5.6B | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $-5.2B | - | - |
| 2025 | $-5.2B | −$454.3M | #145 |
| 2024 | $-4.7B | −$730.5M | #31 |
| 2023 | $-4.0B | +$336.6M | #36 |
| 2022 | $-4.3B | −$588.4M | #47 |
| 2021 | $-3.7B | −$1.0B | #35 |
| 2020 | $-2.7B | +$261.1M | #43 |
| 2019 | $-3.0B | −$31.9M | #41 |
| 2018 | $-2.9B | −$690.3M | #43 |
| 2017 | $-2.2B | −$384.1M | #44 |
| 2016 | $-1.9B | +$119.6M | #59 |
| 2015 | $-2.0B | +$953.9M | #68 |
| 2014 | $-2.9B | +$60.8M | #48 |
| 2013 | $-3.0B | −$27.0M | #44 |
| 2012 | $-3.0B | −$142.8M | #48 |
| 2011 | $-2.8B | −$570.5M | #43 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Moldova matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw trade balance improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Moldova's trade balance was $-5.2B in 2025. Ranked 145th globally. This represents a 9.7% decrease from the previous year.
Moldova's trade balance peaked at $-136.1M in 1995.
The lowest trade balance in Moldova was $-5.2B in 2025.
Moldova ranks 145th globally in trade balance as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NE.RSB.GNFS.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Moldova's trade balance is projected to reach $-5.2B by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The trade balance of Moldova in 2025 was $-5.2B. This ranks 145th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_moldova_trade-balance,
title = {Moldova Trade Balance},
url = {https://historysaid.com/moldova/trade-balance/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}