Liechtenstein Government Debt to GDP
General government gross debt as % of GDP GGXWDG_NGDP
Liechtenstein's government debt to gdp was 0.50% in 2025, ranked 182nd globally. This represents a 3.1% increase from 2024. Data from IMF WEO, covering 2011–2025.
Overview
Liechtenstein's government debt to gdp stood at 0.50% in 2025, a rise of +0.02% from 2024. The IMF projects 0.50% by 2025. Liechtenstein ranked 182nd globally.
Liechtenstein's government debt to GDP ratio has demonstrated a relatively stable trajectory, with a notable peak in 2019 reaching 0.58. In contrast, the country's debt burden was at its lowest in 2011, amounting to 0.37 of its GDP. Since then, the ratio has gradually increased, standing at 0.50 in 2025. This development is somewhat less severe compared to its peer, Brunei Darussalam, which holds the second-lowest ratio among the given countries at 2.33. Liechtenstein's fiscal position remains solid, allowing the country to maintain its low debt levels. The trend suggests that the government's financial management has been effective in containing the growth of public debt. A potential increase in government expenditure or a decline in GDP growth could alter this trajectory, however, necessitating careful fiscal policy adjustments to maintain Liechtenstein's economic stability.
Data & projection
| Year | Government Debt to GDP | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 0.49% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 0.51% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 0.52% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 0.53% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 0.49% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 0.50% | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.50% | +0.02% | #182 |
| 2024 | 0.49% | +0.02% | #1 |
| 2023 | 0.47% | −0.05% | #1 |
| 2022 | 0.52% | +0.06% | #1 |
| 2021 | 0.45% | −0.08% | #1 |
| 2020 | 0.53% | −0.05% | #1 |
| 2019 | 0.58% | +0.09% | #2 |
| 2018 | 0.49% | −0.07% | #2 |
| 2017 | 0.56% | +0.12% | #2 |
| 2016 | 0.44% | −0.05% | #2 |
| 2015 | 0.49% | −0.02% | #2 |
| 2014 | 0.51% | +0.09% | #2 |
| 2013 | 0.42% | −0.12% | #1 |
| 2012 | 0.54% | +0.17% | #2 |
| 2011 | 0.37% | – | #1 |
Analysis
Liechtenstein's government debt to gdp was 0.50% in 2025, a rise of +0.02% from 2024. IMF projects 0.50% by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Liechtenstein's government debt to gdp was 0.50% in 2025. Ranked 182nd globally. This represents a 3.1% increase from the previous year.
Liechtenstein's government debt to gdp peaked at 0.58% in 2019.
The lowest government debt to gdp in Liechtenstein was 0.37% in 2011.
Liechtenstein ranks 182nd globally in government debt to gdp as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is GGXWDG_NGDP. Data sourced from IMF WEO.
Liechtenstein's government debt to gdp is projected to reach 0.50% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The government debt to gdp of Liechtenstein in 2025 was 0.50%. This ranks 182nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_liechtenstein_government-debt-to-gdp,
title = {Liechtenstein Government Debt to GDP},
url = {https://historysaid.com/liechtenstein/government-debt-to-gdp/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}