Peru External Debt to GNI
External debt stocks as % of GNI DT.DOD.DECT.GN.ZS
Peru's external debt to gni was 34.45% in 2025, ranked 77th globally. This represents a 0.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1970–2025.
Overview
Peru's external debt to gni stood at 34.45% in 2025, a rise of +0.22pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 34.45% by 2025. Peru ranked 77th globally.
Peru's external debt to GNI ratio has fluctuated significantly over the past 56 years, with a latest value of 34.45% in 2025, ranking 77th globally. The country's all-time peak of 131.35% occurred in 1988, during a period of economic instability. In contrast, Peru achieved its lowest ratio of 28.29% in 2011, reflecting a period of relative economic stability. Compared to its peers, Peru's ratio is closely aligned with that of Papua New Guinea at 34.53% and slightly higher than Sierra Leone's 33.87%. As Peru's economy continues to evolve, its external debt to GNI ratio is likely to be influenced by factors such as economic growth, fiscal policy, and global market conditions, which could potentially alter the trajectory of this trend in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | External Debt to GNI | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 31.78% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 33.11% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 34.45% | - | - |
| 2025 | 34.45% | +0.22pp | #77 |
| 2024 | 34.23% | −2.97pp | #34 |
| 2023 | 37.20% | −2.78pp | #38 |
| 2022 | 39.98% | −2.63pp | #44 |
| 2021 | 42.61% | +4.43pp | #50 |
| 2020 | 38.18% | +8.67pp | #37 |
| 2019 | 29.50% | −2.98pp | #28 |
| 2018 | 32.48% | −1.43pp | #39 |
| 2017 | 33.91% | −4.29pp | #43 |
| 2016 | 38.20% | +1.19pp | #55 |
| 2015 | 37.00% | +1.58pp | #55 |
| 2014 | 35.42% | +2.12pp | #59 |
| 2013 | 33.30% | −0.84pp | #58 |
| 2012 | 34.14% | +5.85pp | #63 |
| 2011 | 28.29% | −2.54pp | #55 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Peru matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw external debt to gni improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Peru's external debt to gni was 34.45% in 2025. Ranked 77th globally. This represents a 0.6% increase from the previous year.
Peru's external debt to gni peaked at 131.35% in 1988.
The lowest external debt to gni in Peru was 28.29% in 2011.
Peru ranks 77th 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.
Peru's external debt to gni is projected to reach 34.45% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The external debt to gni of Peru in 2025 was 34.45%. This ranks 77th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_peru_external-debt-to-gni,
title = {Peru External Debt to GNI},
url = {https://historysaid.com/peru/external-debt-to-gni/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}