Italy Government Revenue
General government revenue as % of GDP GGR_NGDP
Italy's government revenue was 47.38% in 2025, ranked 22nd globally. This represents a 0.6% increase from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 1988–2025.
Overview
Italy's government revenue stood at 47.38% in 2025, a rise of +0.27% from 2024. The IMF projects 47.38% by 2025. Italy ranked 22nd globally.
Italy’s general government revenue has risen steadily from an all‑time trough of 37.70 in 1988 to a peak of 48.03 in 2013, before settling at 47.38 in 2025, placing the country 22nd globally. Over the 38‑year span the indicator shows a long‑term upward trajectory, with the most recent level only 0.65 points below the 2013 high and markedly higher than the early‑year low. This progression mirrors the experience of other advanced economies; for example, Sweden recorded 47.66 in the same year, indicating that Italy now operates at a revenue intensity comparable to its high‑tax peers. The modest gap between the 2025 figure and the 2013 peak suggests limited room for further expansion without structural reforms or broader tax base enhancements. Continued fiscal consolidation or shifts in economic composition could determine whether Italy’s revenue share will inch closer to the peak or stabilise at its current plateau.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Revenue | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 46.95% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 46.93% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 47.02% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 46.92% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 47.09% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 47.38% | - | - |
| 2025 | 47.38% | +0.27% | #22 |
| 2024 | 47.12% | +0.40% | #23 |
| 2023 | 46.72% | −0.11% | #21 |
| 2022 | 46.82% | −0.34% | #19 |
| 2021 | 47.16% | −0.25% | #20 |
| 2020 | 47.41% | +0.43% | #17 |
| 2019 | 46.97% | +0.84% | #18 |
| 2018 | 46.13% | −0.15% | #21 |
| 2017 | 46.27% | −0.30% | #19 |
| 2016 | 46.58% | −1.21% | #19 |
| 2015 | 47.79% | −0.11% | #19 |
| 2014 | 47.90% | −0.13% | #16 |
| 2013 | 48.03% | +0.53% | #18 |
| 2012 | 47.50% | +1.99% | #18 |
| 2011 | 45.50% | −0.13% | #18 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Italy matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1986. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw government revenue improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Italy's government revenue was 47.38% in 2025. Ranked 22nd globally. This represents a 0.6% increase from the previous year.
Italy's government revenue peaked at 48.03% in 2013.
The lowest government revenue in Italy was 37.71% in 1988.
Italy ranks 22nd globally in government revenue as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGR_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Italy's government revenue is projected to reach 47.38% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government revenue of Italy in 2025 was 47.38%. This ranks 22nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_italy_government-revenue,
title = {Italy Government Revenue},
url = {https://historysaid.com/italy/government-revenue/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}