Fiscal Balance in Philippines
The fiscal balance in the Philippines averaged -3.7% of GDP in the decade to 2022, slightly below the Asia-Pacific region average of -3.6% of GDP. The fiscal balance in 2022 was -7.3% of GDP. For more fiscal balance information, visit our dedicated page.
Philippines Fiscal Balance Chart
Note: This chart displays Fiscal Balance (% of GDP) for Philippines from 2014 to 2024.
Source: Macrobond.
Philippines Fiscal Balance Data
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiscal Balance (% of GDP) | -7.6 | -8.6 | -7.3 | -6.2 | -5.7 |
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