Fiscal Balance in Guatemala
The fiscal balance averaged -1.9% of GDP in the decade to 2024, above the Central America and Caribbean average of -1.9% of GDP. The fiscal balance in Guatemala in 2024 was -1% of GDP. For more information on fiscal balance, visit our dedicated page
Guatemala Fiscal Balance Chart
Note: This chart displays Fiscal Balance (% of GDP) for Guatemala from 2024 to 2023.
Source: Macrobond.
Guatemala Fiscal Balance Data
2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Fiscal Balance (% of GDP) | -4.9 | -1.2 | -1.7 | -1.3 | -1.0 |
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