Russia’s Foreign Debt Rises to $305 Billion

The Russian foreign debt increased by 5.3%, or $15.2 billion, since the beginning of the year, reaching $305 billion as of October 1, 2025, according to the Central Bank of Russia.

"According to the estimate of the Bank of Russia, the foreign debt of the Russian Federation amounted to $305 bln as of October 1, 2025, having increased since the beginning of 2025 by $15.2 bln or by 5.3%," the regulator informed.

"The indicator was mainly driven by the positive revaluation of liabilities as a result of ruble appreciation," the Central Bank noted.

As of October 1, 2024, the foreign debt totaled $309.105 bln.