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Egypt, Arab Republic of Military Spending

Military expenditure as % of GDP  MS.MIL.XPND.GD.ZS

0.58% −0.09% (-13.1%)
Year 2025 Rank #136 Global Peak 17.27% (1974) Source World Bank

Egypt, Arab Republic of Military Spending (1962–2025)

Overview

Egypt, Arab Republic of's military spending stood at 0.58% in 2025, a decline of +0.09% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.58% by 2025. Egypt, Arab Republic of ranked 136th globally.

Data & projection

Year Military Spending YoY change Rank
2027* trend 0.33% - -
2026* trend 0.46% - -
2025* trend 0.58% - -
2025 0.58% −0.09% #136
2024 0.67% −0.14% #17
2023 0.81% −0.21% #26
2022 1.01% −0.11% #41
2021 1.12% −0.00% #45
2020 1.12% −0.06% #44
2019 1.18% −0.07% #52
2018 1.25% −0.17% #64
2017 1.42% −0.24% #82
2016 1.67% −0.06% #96
2015 1.72% +0.03% #93
2014 1.69% +0.08% #91
2013 1.61% −0.04% #92
2012 1.65% −0.19% #91
2011 1.84% −0.12% #99
Show all years (1962-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Orthodox Tightening Cycle
Inflation above 40%, lending rate above 30%, rate-inflation gap narrowing, reserves stable or rising. Signals credible monetary tightening.
Inflation 28.3% Rate 24.3% Gap -4.0pp Reserves YoY +35.8%
Occurred 311 times, 177 successful
Inflation
28.2%
Rate
19.4%
Gap
-8.8pp
Reserves YoY
+2.2%
Inflation
219.9%
Rate
61.7%
Gap
-158.2pp
Reserves YoY
+28.1%
Inflation
28.3%
Rate
24.3%
Gap
-4.0pp
Reserves YoY
+35.8%
Inflation
33.9%
Rate
17.8%
Gap
-16.1pp
Reserves YoY
+2.9%
Inflation
17.0%
Rate
20.8%
Gap
+3.8pp
Reserves YoY
+1.5%
Inflation
17.1%
Rate
15.3%
Gap
-1.8pp
Reserves YoY
+10.9%

Analysis

Egypt, Arab Republic of matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw military spending improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Egypt, Arab Republic of's military spending?

Egypt, Arab Republic of's military spending was 0.58% in 2025. Ranked 136th globally. This represents a 13.1% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest military spending in Egypt, Arab Republic of?

Egypt, Arab Republic of's military spending peaked at 17.27% in 1974.

What was the lowest military spending in Egypt, Arab Republic of?

The lowest military spending in Egypt, Arab Republic of was 0.58% in 2025.

How does Egypt, Arab Republic of rank in military spending?

Egypt, Arab Republic of ranks 136th globally in military spending as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for military spending?

The World Bank indicator code is MS.MIL.XPND.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected military spending of Egypt, Arab Republic of in 2025?

Egypt, Arab Republic of's military spending is projected to reach 0.58% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the military spending of Egypt, Arab Republic of in 2025?

The military spending of Egypt, Arab Republic of in 2025 was 0.58%. This ranks 136th in the world.

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