Fiscal Balance in Guatemala
The fiscal balance of Guatemala averaged -2.0% of GDP in the decade to 2022, above the average for Central America and Caribbean region of -3.7% of GDP. The fiscal balance in 2022 was -1.7% of GDP. For more fiscal balance information, visit our dedicated page.
Guatemala Fiscal Balance Chart
Note: This chart displays Fiscal Balance (% of GDP) for Guatemala from 2013 to 2023.
Source: Macrobond.
Guatemala Fiscal Balance Data
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiscal Balance (% of GDP) | -2.2 | -4.9 | -1.2 | -1.7 | -1.3 |
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