Fiscal Balance in Ethiopia
The fiscal balance of Ethiopia averaged -2.7% of GDP in the decade to 2021, above the Sub-Saharan Africa average of -4.3% GDP. The fiscal balance in Ethiopia in 2021 was -4.2% of GDP. For more fiscal balance information, visit our dedicated page.
Ethiopia Fiscal Balance Chart
Note: This chart displays Fiscal Balance (% of GDP) for Ethiopia from 2012 to 2022.
Source: Macrobond.
Ethiopia Fiscal Balance Data
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiscal Balance (% of GDP) | -2.8 | -2.8 | -4.2 | -2.6 | - |
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