Official External Debt: Debtor Based for Liberia
LBRDGGDPPT • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
39.85
Year-over-Year Change
167.00%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2026
Summary
The 'Official External Debt: Debtor Based for Liberia' measures Liberia's total outstanding public and publicly guaranteed debt owed to nonresidents. This metric is crucial for assessing Liberia's financial health 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 economic indicator represents the total amount of Liberia's government debt owed to foreign creditors, including multilateral institutions, other governments, and private entities. It is a key statistic used by economists, policymakers, and investors to analyze Liberia's external debt burden and fiscal sustainability.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the Liberian government and international organizations.
Historical Context
Liberia's external debt levels are closely monitored by the International Monetary Fund and other institutions as part of economic policy assessments and lending program negotiations.
Key Facts
- Liberia's external debt was 25.1% of GDP in 2021.
- Liberia has received significant debt relief from international creditors since the early 2000s.
- Reducing external debt is a key priority for the Liberian government's economic development plans.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Official External Debt: Debtor Based for Liberia' indicator measures the total outstanding public and publicly guaranteed debt that Liberia owes to foreign creditors.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is crucial for assessing Liberia's financial health, creditworthiness, and ability to service its external debt obligations. It is closely monitored by policymakers, lenders, and investors.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the Liberian government and international organizations like the World Bank and IMF.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Liberia's external debt levels are a key consideration in economic policy assessments and lending program negotiations with institutions like the IMF.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be delays in reporting or revisions to the data due to the complexity of tracking a country's external debt obligations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Official External Debt: Debtor Based for Liberia (LBRDGGDPPT), retrieved from FRED.