India's External Debt Rises To USD 646.79 Bn In 2023: World Bank

(MENAFN- KNN India) New Delhi, Dec 5 (KNN) In its latest International Debt Report, the World bank has detailed significant developments in India's external financial landscape for the year 2023.

The report indicates that India's total external debt has expanded by USD 31 billion, reaching USD 646.79 billion, marking a notable increase in the country's international financial obligations.

The comprehensive analysis reveals a substantial rise in interest payments, climbing from USD 15.08 billion in 2022 to USD 22.54 billion in 2023.

This increase reflects the growing cost of servicing external debt for the Indian economy.

Long-term debt stocks experienced a 7 per cent growth, rising to USD 498 billion, while short-term debt stocks showed a slight decline to USD 126.32 billion during the same period.

Examining the debt metrics, the World Bank report highlighted that external debt stock as a percentage of exports stood at 80 per cent, with debt servicing accounting for 10 per cent of exports in 2023.

These figures provide insights into the country's debt management and economic resilience.

Financial inflows present a mixed picture, with net debt inflows recorded at USD 33.42 billion.

Notably, net equity inflows were more robust, registering at USD 46.94 billion for the year.

This data suggests ongoing international confidence in India's economic potential and investment environment.

The report offers a nuanced view of India's external financial position, underscoring the complex dynamics of global economic interactions and debt management strategies.

(KNN Bureau)

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