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title: "National Bank data reveals public and private sector debt surge of 1 billion dollars"
url: https://radiomoldova.md/p/73235/national-bank-data-reveals-public-and-private-sector-debt-surge-of-1-billion-dollars
published: 2026-04-01T06:35:00Z
language: en
author: "Redacția  TRM"
section: "Economic"
source: radiomoldova.md
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# National Bank data reveals public and private sector debt surge of 1 billion dollars

> Moldova’s total external debt reached $11.8 billion in the last quarter, marking a significant increase of over $1 billion since the end of the previous year.

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Moldova’s total external debt reached $11.8 billion in the last quarter, marking a significant increase of over $1 billion since the end of the previous year.

Data released by the National Bank of Moldova (NBM) indicates that the external debt per capita now stands at approximately $6,000 for every citizen.

**Public and private sector exposure**

The public administration remains the largest debtor, accounting for $4.89 billion of the total volume. Within this category, long-term loans represent nearly $4.5 billion, signaling a reliance on extended financing structures.

Other sectors of the economy owe a combined $4.5 billion. Non-financial corporations hold the lion's share of this private debt, totaling over $3.9 billion in obligations.

**Economic implications**

The rising debt levels reflect both the state’s urgent financing requirements and the ongoing evolution of the private sector.

Analysts view these figures as a critical indicator for Moldova's future budget planning and overall financial stability in the current regional climate.

Translation by **Iurie Tataru**