Current Account Balance: Slovenia

Analysis# Slovenia Current Account Balance Slovenia's current account balance stands at 2.9% of GDP in 2026, representing a substantial decline from its all-time peak of 7.3% in 2020. The metric has deteriorated significantly since 1992, when it recorded a much stronger position, marking a 48.2% total decrease over the three-decade period. However, the country has recovered considerably from its worst performance of -5.3% during the 2008 financial crisis. The most striking development occurred between 2020 and 2022, when Slovenia's surplus evaporated into a -0.9% deficit. This sharp reversal reflects post-pandemic economic adjustments and external pressures. Since 2023, the trajectory has stabilized, with the balance climbing back to positive territory at 4.8% before settling into its current 2.9% range. Projections suggest the balance will remain flat through 2026, indicating a stabilized external position rather than further improvement.