Current Account Balance in Portugal
The current account balance averaged0.3% of GDP in the decade to 2024, with a reading of2.2% of GDP in 2024. For more current account information, visit our dedicated page.
Portugal Current Account Chart
Note: This chart displays Current Account Balance (% of GDP) for Portugal from 2014 to 2024.
Source: Macrobond.
Portugal Current Account Data
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Account Balance (% of GDP) | -0.7 | -0.7 | -2.0 | 0.6 | 2.2 |
| Current Account Balance (EUR bn) | -1.4 | -1.4 | -4.9 | 1.5 | 6.1 |
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