Fiscal Balance in Lebanon
The fiscal balance of Lebanon averaged -7.4% of GDP in the decade to 2021, below the Middle East & North Africa region's average of -4.0% of GDP. The fiscal balance in Lebanon was 0.8% of GDP in 2021. For more fiscal balance information, visit our dedicated page.
Lebanon Fiscal Balance Chart
Note: This chart displays Fiscal Balance (% of GDP) for Lebanon from 2021 to 2013.
Source: Macrobond.
Lebanon Fiscal Balance Data
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiscal Balance (% of GDP) | -11.0 | -3.5 | 0.8 | - | - |
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