Official External Debt: Debtor Based for Swaziland
SWZDGGDPPT • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
20.17
Year-over-Year Change
171.35%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2026
Summary
The 'Official External Debt: Debtor Based for Swaziland' measures Swaziland's total outstanding external debt obligations. This key economic indicator provides insight into the country's overall debt burden and creditworthiness.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This series tracks Swaziland's total external debt, including both public and private sector obligations owed to foreign creditors. It is an important metric for evaluating the financial stability and repayment capacity of the Swazi economy.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the World Bank based on official reports and statistics from the Swazi government.
Historical Context
Policymakers and investors closely monitor Swaziland's external debt levels to assess the country's economic outlook and credit risk.
Key Facts
- Swaziland's external debt was 30.7% of GDP in 2021.
- Public external debt accounts for over 90% of Swaziland's total external obligations.
- Swaziland's external debt has increased from 27.5% of GDP in 2016 to 30.7% in 2021.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Official External Debt: Debtor Based for Swaziland' series tracks Swaziland's total outstanding debt obligations owed to foreign creditors, including both public and private sector external debt.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is crucial for assessing Swaziland's overall financial health, creditworthiness, and ability to service its external debt obligations, which is a key concern for policymakers and investors.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the World Bank based on official reports and statistics from the Swazi government.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts closely monitor Swaziland's external debt levels to evaluate the country's economic stability, creditworthiness, and potential debt sustainability issues that could impact financial markets and policy decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be delays in the reporting and publication of the latest external debt data for Swaziland, as the information is dependent on the timeliness of government reporting and World Bank compilation.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Official External Debt: Debtor Based for Swaziland (SWZDGGDPPT), retrieved from FRED.