Bahrain Government Debt to GDP
General government gross debt as % of GDP GGXWDG_NGDP
Bahrain's government debt to gdp was 142.49% in 2025, ranked 5th globally. This represents a 6.8% increase from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Bahrain's government debt to gdp stood at 142.49% in 2025, a rise of +9.11% from 2024. The IMF projects 142.49% by 2025. Bahrain ranked 5th globally.
Bahrain's government debt to GDP ratio has fluctuated significantly over the past three and a half decades, with the most recent figure standing at 142.49 in 2025, marking the highest point in the country's history. This is a stark contrast to the lowest recorded debt-to-GDP ratio of 5.62 in 1994, highlighting the country's increasing reliance on debt. Comparatively, Bahrain's debt-to-GDP ratio is higher than that of Greece, which stands at 146.69, but lower than that of Singapore, which boasts the highest ratio among the peer countries at 175.61. The sharp increase in debt has been a recurring theme in Bahrain, with the ratio more than doubling from its 1990 level of 7.24. This upward trend suggests that the government may face challenges in managing its finances, particularly if oil prices remain volatile or if the economy experiences a downturn. A decrease in oil revenues or an increase in fiscal discipline could alter this trajectory and help Bahrain bring its debt-to-GDP ratio under control.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Debt to GDP | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 157.32% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 155.01% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 152.67% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 149.82% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 146.36% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 142.49% | - | - |
| 2025 | 142.49% | +9.11% | #5 |
| 2024 | 133.38% | +10.36% | #182 |
| 2023 | 123.02% | +11.37% | #180 |
| 2022 | 111.65% | −10.65% | #175 |
| 2021 | 122.30% | −3.40% | #177 |
| 2020 | 125.70% | +28.57% | #175 |
| 2019 | 97.13% | +6.75% | #169 |
| 2018 | 90.38% | +6.36% | #170 |
| 2017 | 84.03% | +6.66% | #161 |
| 2016 | 77.37% | +14.19% | #152 |
| 2015 | 63.18% | +20.55% | #138 |
| 2014 | 42.63% | +0.36% | #100 |
| 2013 | 42.27% | +7.44% | #107 |
| 2012 | 34.83% | +3.28% | #89 |
| 2011 | 31.55% | +2.77% | #74 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bahrain matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw government debt to gdp improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bahrain's government debt to gdp was 142.49% in 2025. Ranked 5th globally. This represents a 6.8% increase from the previous year.
Bahrain's government debt to gdp peaked at 142.49% in 2025.
The lowest government debt to gdp in Bahrain was 5.62% in 1994.
Bahrain ranks 5th globally in government debt to gdp as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGXWDG_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Bahrain's government debt to gdp is projected to reach 142.49% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government debt to gdp of Bahrain in 2025 was 142.49%. This ranks 5th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bahrain_government-debt-to-gdp,
title = {Bahrain Government Debt to GDP},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bahrain/government-debt-to-gdp/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}