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Guyana Government Revenue

General government revenue as % of GDP  GGR_NGDP

19.98% +4.08% (+25.7%)
Year 2025 Rank #135 Global Peak 25.61% (2019) Source IMF WEO

Guyana Government Revenue (1997–2025)

Overview

Guyana's government revenue stood at 19.98% in 2025, a rise of +4.08% from 2024. The IMF projects 19.98% by 2025. Guyana ranked 135th globally.

Data & projection

Year Government Revenue YoY change Rank
2030* IMF 21.22% - -
2029* IMF 19.07% - -
2028* IMF 18.72% - -
2027* IMF 17.70% - -
2026* IMF 18.61% - -
2025* IMF 19.98% - -
2025 19.98% +4.08% #135
2024 15.90% −1.98% #162
2023 17.88% +2.71% #148
2022 15.17% −2.67% #168
2021 17.84% −4.92% #147
2020 22.76% −2.85% #118
2019 25.61% +0.57% #106
2018 25.04% +1.87% #106
2017 23.17% +1.20% #113
2016 21.97% +0.98% #119
2015 20.99% +1.77% #131
2014 19.22% −0.02% #147
2013 19.25% +0.51% #148
2012 18.74% −2.65% #147
2011 21.38% −0.66% #133
Show all years (1997-2025)
* IMF World Economic Outlook projection

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 +12.8% GDP growth 43.8% C/A balance 16.4%
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

Guyana matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw government revenue improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Guyana's government revenue?

Guyana's government revenue was 19.98% in 2025. Ranked 135th globally. This represents a 25.7% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest government revenue in Guyana?

Guyana's government revenue peaked at 25.61% in 2019.

What was the lowest government revenue in Guyana?

The lowest government revenue in Guyana was 15.17% in 2022.

How does Guyana rank in government revenue?

Guyana ranks 135th globally in government revenue as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for government revenue?

The World Bank indicator code is GGR_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.

What is the projected government revenue of Guyana in 2025?

Guyana's government revenue is projected to reach 19.98% by 2025 based on IMF projection.

What is the government revenue of Guyana in 2025?

The government revenue of Guyana in 2025 was 19.98%. This ranks 135th in the world.

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