Official External Debt: Debtor Based for Chad
TCDDGGDPPT • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
19.00
Year-over-Year Change
-8.91%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2026
Summary
The 'Official External Debt: Debtor Based for Chad' series measures Chad's total debt obligations to foreign creditors, expressed as a percentage of its gross domestic product. This metric is closely watched by economists and policymakers to assess the country's external debt burden and financial stability.
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 Chad's official external debt, which includes long-term public and publicly guaranteed debt owed to foreign governments, multilateral institutions, and private creditors. It provides insight into the country's ability to service its debt obligations and manage its international financing.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank based on reports from national authorities and debt management offices.
Historical Context
Monitoring external debt levels is crucial for policymakers to evaluate fiscal and monetary policies, negotiate financing terms, and maintain economic resilience.
Key Facts
- Chad's external debt was 18.5% of GDP in 2020.
- External debt has risen from 13.3% of GDP in 2010.
- High external debt can constrain a country's economic growth.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This series measures Chad's total official external debt, which includes long-term public and publicly guaranteed debt owed to foreign creditors, as a percentage of its gross domestic product.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: Monitoring a country's external debt burden is crucial for assessing its financial stability, ability to service debt obligations, and capacity to finance economic development.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the World Bank based on reports from Chad's national authorities and debt management offices.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers use this metric to evaluate fiscal and monetary policies, negotiate financing terms, and maintain economic resilience in the face of external debt-related challenges.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data may be subject to reporting lags from national authorities, and the metric does not capture all forms of external debt liabilities.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Official External Debt: Debtor Based for Chad (TCDDGGDPPT), retrieved from FRED.