Suriname Reserves in Months of Imports
Total reserves in months of imports FI.RES.TOTL.MO
Suriname's reserves in months of imports was 7.7 in 2025, ranked 18th globally. This represents a 18.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2005–2025.
Overview
Suriname's reserves in months of imports stood at 7.7 in 2025, a rise of +1.2 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 7.7 by 2025. Suriname ranked 18th globally.
Suriname's foreign exchange reserves have shown a notable improvement over the past 21 years, with the latest value standing at 7.69 months of imports in 2025. This represents a significant increase from the all-time trough of 1.06 months in 2005. The country has made notable progress in building its reserves, with Tajikistan, ranked 5th globally, boasting a higher value of 8.23 months of imports. Notably, the 2025 peak marks a remarkable turnaround from the vulnerability experienced in the mid-2000s. The recent surge in reserves may be attributed to Suriname's efforts to diversify its economy and stabilize its financial system. However, a decrease in global commodity prices or a decline in foreign investment could negatively impact Suriname's reserve levels, potentially reversing the trend seen over the past two decades. A significant increase in oil and gas production or a boost in foreign investment could sustain or even surpass the current level of reserves, solidifying Suriname's financial position.
Data & projection
| Year | Reserves in Months of Imports | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 9.3 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 8.5 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 7.7 | - | - |
| 2025 | 7.7 | +1.2 | #18 |
| 2024 | 6.5 | +0.2 | #29 |
| 2023 | 6.3 | +0.9 | #39 |
| 2022 | 5.4 | +0.2 | #49 |
| 2021 | 5.2 | +2.2 | #80 |
| 2020 | 3.0 | +0.3 | #125 |
| 2019 | 2.7 | −0.1 | #117 |
| 2018 | 2.8 | +0.5 | #115 |
| 2017 | 2.3 | −0.1 | #131 |
| 2016 | 2.4 | +1.0 | #126 |
| 2015 | 1.5 | −1.2 | #145 |
| 2014 | 2.6 | −0.6 | #120 |
| 2013 | 3.2 | −1.1 | #96 |
| 2012 | 4.3 | +0.4 | #74 |
| 2011 | 3.9 | −0.7 | #80 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Suriname matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2023. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw reserves in months of imports improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Suriname's reserves in months of imports was 7.7 in 2025. Ranked 18th globally. This represents a 18.2% increase from the previous year.
Suriname's reserves in months of imports peaked at 7.7 in 2025.
The lowest reserves in months of imports in Suriname was 1.1 in 2005.
Suriname ranks 18th globally in reserves in months of imports as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is FI.RES.TOTL.MO. Data sourced from World Bank.
Suriname's reserves in months of imports is projected to reach 7.7 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The reserves in months of imports of Suriname in 2025 was 7.7. This ranks 18th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_suriname_reserves-months-imports,
title = {Suriname Reserves in Months of Imports},
url = {https://historysaid.com/suriname/reserves-months-imports/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}