Bangladesh Government Spending
Government expenditure as % of GDP GC.XPN.TOTL.GD.ZS
Bangladesh's government spending was 8.32% in 2021, ranked 3rd globally. This represents a 2.2% increase from 2020. Data from World Bank, covering 2001–2021.
Overview
Bangladesh's government spending stood at 8.32% in 2021, a rise of +0.18% from 2020. Bangladesh ranked 3rd globally.
Bangladesh's government spending has experienced considerable fluctuations over the past two decades, with the most recent value standing at 8.32% in 2021. The country's all-time peak in government spending occurred in 2009, when it reached 9.87%, while the all-time trough was recorded in 2018 at 7.49%. Notably, Bangladesh's government spending has consistently ranked among the top three globally, with Lebanon ranking significantly lower at 6.30% in 2021. A comparison with other countries reveals that Bangladesh's spending is lower than that of Equatorial Guinea, which reached an all-time high of 10.36% in 2021. Bangladesh's government spending has shown a general upward trend since 2001, when it stood at 7.85%, suggesting a continued emphasis on public expenditure. However, a significant increase in public debt and economic instability could potentially alter this trajectory and necessitate a reevaluation of government spending priorities.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Spending | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 8.32% | +0.18% | #3 |
| 2020 | 8.15% | −0.12% | #3 |
| 2019 | 8.27% | +0.78% | #3 |
| 2018 | 7.49% | −0.15% | #4 |
| 2017 | 7.64% | −0.22% | #3 |
| 2016 | 7.86% | −1.14% | #2 |
| 2015 | 9.01% | −0.50% | #3 |
| 2014 | 9.50% | −0.00% | #6 |
| 2013 | 9.51% | −0.13% | #5 |
| 2012 | 9.64% | −0.21% | #6 |
| 2011 | 9.84% | +0.58% | #6 |
| 2010 | 9.27% | −0.61% | #5 |
| 2009 | 9.87% | +0.44% | #5 |
| 2008 | 9.43% | +0.77% | #3 |
| 2007 | 8.66% | +0.33% | #3 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bangladesh matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2020. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw government spending improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bangladesh's government spending was 8.32% in 2021. Ranked 3rd globally. This represents a 2.2% increase from the previous year.
Bangladesh's government spending peaked at 9.87% in 2009.
The lowest government spending in Bangladesh was 7.49% in 2018.
Bangladesh ranks 3rd globally in government spending as of 2021.
The World Bank indicator code is GC.XPN.TOTL.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
The government spending of Bangladesh in 2021 was 8.32%. This ranks 3rd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bangladesh_government-spending,
title = {Bangladesh Government Spending},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bangladesh/government-spending/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}