Slovak Republic Regulatory Quality
Regulatory Quality RQ.EST
Slovak Republic's regulatory quality was 0.53 in 2025, ranked 62nd globally. This represents a 11.6% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank WGI, covering 1996–2025.
Overview
Slovak Republic's regulatory quality stood at 0.53 in 2025, a decline of +0.07 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.53 by 2025. Slovak Republic ranked 62nd globally.
The Slovak Republic has exhibited a mixed performance in regulatory quality since its integration into the global economy in the late 1990s. Initially, the country made significant strides in improving its regulatory environment, peaking in 2005 with a score of 1.13. However, it has since declined, with the latest reading in 2025 standing at 0.53, ranking 62nd globally. This trajectory is comparable to that of Slovenia, which shares a similar score. Notably, the country's regulatory quality has been below its peak for 20 years, with a trough of 0.50 in 1998 serving as a benchmark for improvement. The relatively stable performance in recent years suggests a plateau in regulatory reforms. To alter its trajectory, the Slovak Republic would need to implement more significant reforms, particularly in areas such as business registration, contract enforcement, and access to credit.
Data & projection
| Year | Regulatory Quality | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 0.46 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 0.53 | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.53 | −0.07 | #62 |
| 2023 | 0.60 | −0.25 | #56 |
| 2022 | 0.85 | −0.02 | #44 |
| 2021 | 0.87 | +0.09 | #42 |
| 2020 | 0.77 | −0.22 | #49 |
| 2019 | 1.00 | +0.20 | #40 |
| 2018 | 0.80 | −0.01 | #47 |
| 2017 | 0.81 | −0.06 | #45 |
| 2016 | 0.88 | +0.10 | #41 |
| 2015 | 0.77 | −0.11 | #47 |
| 2014 | 0.89 | −0.04 | #40 |
| 2013 | 0.93 | −0.11 | #41 |
| 2012 | 1.04 | +0.04 | #38 |
| 2011 | 1.00 | +0.00 | #39 |
| 2010 | 1.00 | −0.05 | #39 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Slovak Republic matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2014. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw regulatory quality improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Slovak Republic's regulatory quality was 0.53 in 2025. Ranked 62nd globally. This represents a 11.6% decrease from the previous year.
Slovak Republic's regulatory quality peaked at 1.13 in 2005.
The lowest regulatory quality in Slovak Republic was 0.50 in 1998.
Slovak Republic ranks 62nd globally in regulatory quality as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is RQ.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.
Slovak Republic's regulatory quality is projected to reach 0.53 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The regulatory quality of Slovak Republic in 2025 was 0.53. This ranks 62nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_slovak-republic_regulatory-quality,
title = {Slovak Republic Regulatory Quality},
url = {https://historysaid.com/slovak-republic/regulatory-quality/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}