Greece’s current account deficit narrowed significantly at the start of 2026, signaling an improvement in the country’s external balance. The current account came in at -€1.286 billion in January 2026, a marked improvement from December 2025’s deficit of -€3.862 billion, according to data updated on 23 March 2026.
The figures are assessed on a year-over-year basis, with the January 2026 reading compared to the same month a year earlier, while the December 2025 value was measured against December of the prior year. Although detailed drivers were not provided, the sharp month-on-month reduction in the deficit suggests easing external pressures on the Greek economy as the new year began. Investors and policymakers will be watching upcoming releases to see whether this improvement proves durable over the course of 2026.
