Fiscal Balance in Laos
The fiscal balance in Laos averaged -3.96% of GDP in the decade to 2022, below the Asia-Pacific average of -3.6% of GDP. The fiscal balance in 2022 was -1.6% of GDP. For more information on fiscal balance, visit our dedicated page
Laos Fiscal Balance Chart
Note: This chart displays Fiscal Balance (% of GDP) for Laos from 2014 to 2024.
Source: Macrobond.
Laos Fiscal Balance Data
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiscal Balance (% of GDP) | -5.4 | -0.7 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 2.3 |
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