Bolivia, Plurinational State of Budget Deficit
General government net lending/borrowing as % of GDP GGXCNL_NGDP
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's budget deficit was -13.12% in 2025, ranked 183rd globally. This represents a 23.5% decrease from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1981–2025.
Overview
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's budget deficit stood at -13.12% in 2025, a decline of +2.50% from 2024. The IMF projects -13.12% by 2025. Bolivia, Plurinational State of ranked 183rd globally.
Bolivia's budget deficit has experienced significant fluctuations over the past four and a half decades, with a peak of 4.47% in 2006 and a trough of -25.40% in 1984. The country's budget deficit has been consistently ranked among the highest globally, with a current ranking of 183 out of 183 countries. In 2025, Bolivia's budget deficit stands at -13.12%, a relatively stable figure considering its historical volatility. This is comparable to that of Egypt, Arab Republic of, which ranked 133 globally with a deficit of -12.36% in the same year. The large deficit in the 1980s, such as in 1984, is a stark contrast to the current situation, although Bolivia still has a significant way to go to achieve a balanced budget. A decrease in government spending or an increase in revenue would likely be required to alter the trajectory of Bolivia's budget deficit and improve its economic stability.
Data & projection
| Year | Budget Deficit | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* IMF | -13.12% | - | - |
| 2025 | -13.12% | −2.50% | #183 |
| 2024 | -10.62% | +0.33% | #11 |
| 2023 | -10.95% | −3.82% | #6 |
| 2022 | -7.12% | +2.21% | #23 |
| 2021 | -9.33% | +3.39% | #17 |
| 2020 | -12.72% | −5.47% | #19 |
| 2019 | -7.25% | +0.92% | #18 |
| 2018 | -8.17% | −0.32% | #8 |
| 2017 | -7.86% | −0.61% | #12 |
| 2016 | -7.24% | −0.31% | #26 |
| 2015 | -6.94% | −3.53% | #28 |
| 2014 | -3.41% | −4.01% | #71 |
| 2013 | 0.60% | −1.12% | #160 |
| 2012 | 1.72% | +0.88% | #161 |
| 2011 | 0.83% | −0.79% | #154 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bolivia, Plurinational State of matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw budget deficit improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's budget deficit was -13.12% in 2025. Ranked 183rd globally. This represents a 23.5% decrease from the previous year.
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's budget deficit peaked at 4.47% in 2006.
The lowest budget deficit in Bolivia, Plurinational State of was -25.40% in 1984.
Bolivia, Plurinational State of ranks 183rd globally in budget deficit as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGXCNL_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Bolivia, Plurinational State of's budget deficit is projected to reach -13.12% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The budget deficit of Bolivia, Plurinational State of in 2025 was -13.12%. This ranks 183rd in the world.
Cite this page
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