Fiscal Balance in China
China's fiscal deficit has broadened over the last decade, due to the need to support the economy during the COVID-19 pandemic, invest in high-tech manufacturing to break free from Western trade restrictions, and offset the downbeat property sector and soft consumer spending.
In the year 2024, the fiscal balance in China was -4.81%, compared to -1.74% in 2014 and -4.47% in 2023. It averaged -4.08% over the last decade. For more fiscal balance information, visit our dedicated page.
China Fiscal Balance Chart
Note: This chart displays Fiscal Balance (% of GDP) for China from 2024 to 2023.
Source: Macrobond.
China Fiscal Balance Data
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiscal Balance (% of GDP) | -6.1 | -3.7 | -4.6 | -4.5 | -4.8 |
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