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Antigua and Barbuda Rule of Law

Rule of Law  RL.EST

0.37 −0.00 (-1.2%)
Year 2025 Rank #80 Global Peak 1.05 (1998) Source World Bank WGI

Antigua and Barbuda Rule of Law (1996–2025)

Overview

Antigua and Barbuda's rule of law stood at 0.37 in 2025, a decline of +0.00 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.37 by 2025. Antigua and Barbuda ranked 80th globally.

Data & projection

Year Rule of Law YoY change Rank
2026* trend 0.38 - -
2025* trend 0.37 - -
2025 0.37 −0.00 #80
2023 0.38 −0.01 #80
2022 0.39 +0.09 #77
2021 0.30 −0.10 #80
2020 0.41 +0.04 #71
2019 0.36 −0.01 #74
2018 0.38 −0.03 #72
2017 0.41 −0.07 #70
2016 0.47 −0.08 #62
2015 0.55 +0.73 #60
2014 -0.18 −1.01 #100
2013 0.83 −0.11 #50
2012 0.95 +0.00 #43
2011 0.94 −0.01 #43
2010 0.95 −0.02 #40
Show all years (1996-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +55.5% GDP growth 10.2% C/A balance 0.3%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Antigua and Barbuda matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1984. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw rule of law improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Antigua and Barbuda's rule of law?

Antigua and Barbuda's rule of law was 0.37 in 2025. Ranked 80th globally. This represents a 1.2% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest rule of law in Antigua and Barbuda?

Antigua and Barbuda's rule of law peaked at 1.05 in 1998.

What was the lowest rule of law in Antigua and Barbuda?

The lowest rule of law in Antigua and Barbuda was -0.18 in 2014.

How does Antigua and Barbuda rank in rule of law?

Antigua and Barbuda ranks 80th globally in rule of law as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for rule of law?

The World Bank indicator code is RL.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.

What is the projected rule of law of Antigua and Barbuda in 2025?

Antigua and Barbuda's rule of law is projected to reach 0.37 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the rule of law of Antigua and Barbuda in 2025?

The rule of law of Antigua and Barbuda in 2025 was 0.37. This ranks 80th in the world.

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Antigua and Barbuda Rule of Law. HistorySaid. Retrieved April 2, 2026, from https://historysaid.com/antigua-and-barbuda/rule-of-law
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@misc{historysaid_antigua-and-barbuda_rule-of-law, title = {Antigua and Barbuda Rule of Law}, url = {https://historysaid.com/antigua-and-barbuda/rule-of-law}, publisher = {HistorySaid}, year = {2026} }