Pakistan Short-term Debt
Short-term debt as % of total external debt DT.DOD.DSTC.ZS
Pakistan's short-term debt was 7.57% in 2025, ranked 66th globally. This represents a 2.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1970–2025.
Overview
Pakistan's short-term debt stood at 7.57% in 2025, a rise of +0.16% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 7.57% by 2025. Pakistan ranked 66th globally.
Pakistan's short-term debt has exhibited significant fluctuations over the past 56 years, with the all-time peak of 17.69 in 1991 and the all-time trough of 2.38 in 1977. The country's short-term debt-to-GDP ratio has seen a general upward trend, with the latest value standing at 7.57 in 2025, ranking it 66th globally. This figure is comparable to that of Tajikistan, which ranks 65th with a value of 7.63. Pakistan's debt has consistently remained above its 1970 level of 3.05, indicating a sustained reliance on short-term financing. The peak in 1991, during a period of economic instability and structural adjustments, highlights the challenges faced by the country in managing its debt. A decline in global interest rates or improved economic growth in Pakistan could alter the trajectory of its short-term debt, potentially reducing the reliance on short-term financing and the associated risks.
Data & projection
| Year | Short-term Debt | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 8.05% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 7.81% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 7.57% | - | - |
| 2025 | 7.57% | +0.16% | #66 |
| 2024 | 7.41% | +0.58% | #51 |
| 2023 | 6.82% | −0.05% | #50 |
| 2022 | 6.87% | −0.07% | #49 |
| 2021 | 6.94% | +0.81% | #46 |
| 2020 | 6.13% | −2.28% | #47 |
| 2019 | 8.41% | +0.33% | #56 |
| 2018 | 8.08% | −1.28% | #54 |
| 2017 | 9.36% | −0.12% | #59 |
| 2016 | 9.48% | +0.05% | #57 |
| 2015 | 9.43% | +0.89% | #54 |
| 2014 | 8.54% | +0.81% | #51 |
| 2013 | 7.73% | +1.42% | #50 |
| 2012 | 6.30% | +0.74% | #41 |
| 2011 | 5.57% | −1.79% | #42 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Pakistan matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw short-term debt improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Pakistan's short-term debt was 7.57% in 2025. Ranked 66th globally. This represents a 2.1% increase from the previous year.
Pakistan's short-term debt peaked at 17.69% in 1991.
The lowest short-term debt in Pakistan was 2.38% in 1977.
Pakistan ranks 66th globally in short-term debt as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is DT.DOD.DSTC.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Pakistan's short-term debt is projected to reach 7.57% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The short-term debt of Pakistan in 2025 was 7.57%. This ranks 66th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_pakistan_short-term-debt,
title = {Pakistan Short-term Debt},
url = {https://historysaid.com/pakistan/short-term-debt/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}