Russian Federation Current Account Balance
Current account balance as % of GDP BN.CAB.XOKA.GD.ZS
Russian Federation's current account balance was 1.74% in 2025, ranked 55th globally. This represents a 40.2% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1992–2025.
Overview
Russian Federation's current account balance stood at 1.74% in 2025, a decline of +1.17% from 2024. The IMF projects 1.74% by 2025. Russian Federation ranked 55th globally.
The Russian Federation's current account balance has experienced significant fluctuations over the past 34 years, with the most recent figure standing at 1.74, ranking 55th globally. Notably, the country's balance has oscillated between a high of 17.47 in 2000 and a low of -1.68 in 1992, with the latter representing the all-time trough. In comparison to its peer countries, Russia's current account balance is closest to that of Gabon, which also stands at 1.77. This variation in balance is a reflection of Russia's diverse economic landscape, driven by its oil and gas exports, as well as its ongoing efforts to diversify its economy. The country's current account balance has improved in recent years, driven by rising commodity prices and a strengthening ruble. However, a decline in global commodity prices or a shift in Russia's trade relationships could potentially alter this trajectory and impact the country's balance in the future.
Data & projection
| Year | Current Account Balance | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 1.44% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 1.45% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 1.47% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 1.52% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 1.56% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 1.74% | - | - |
| 2025 | 1.74% | −1.17% | #55 |
| 2024 | 2.91% | +0.52% | #140 |
| 2023 | 2.38% | −7.97% | #142 |
| 2022 | 10.37% | +3.54% | #170 |
| 2021 | 6.83% | +4.45% | #164 |
| 2020 | 2.37% | −1.50% | #145 |
| 2019 | 3.88% | −3.12% | #159 |
| 2018 | 6.98% | +4.94% | #166 |
| 2017 | 2.04% | +0.13% | #146 |
| 2016 | 1.92% | −3.08% | #156 |
| 2015 | 4.97% | +2.16% | #169 |
| 2014 | 2.79% | +1.33% | #152 |
| 2013 | 1.46% | −1.79% | #141 |
| 2012 | 3.23% | −1.53% | #153 |
| 2011 | 4.75% | +0.62% | #158 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Russian Federation matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw current account balance improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Russian Federation's current account balance was 1.74% in 2025. Ranked 55th globally. This represents a 40.2% decrease from the previous year.
Russian Federation's current account balance peaked at 17.47% in 2000.
The lowest current account balance in Russian Federation was -1.68% in 1992.
Russian Federation ranks 55th globally in current account balance as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is BN.CAB.XOKA.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Russian Federation's current account balance is projected to reach 1.74% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The current account balance of Russian Federation in 2025 was 1.74%. This ranks 55th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Russian Federation Current Account Balance},
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year = {2026}
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