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Nicaragua Control of Corruption

Control of Corruption  CC.EST

-1.56 −0.17 (-12.1%)
Year 2025 Rank #195 Global Peak -0.45 (2004) Source World Bank WGI

Nicaragua Control of Corruption (1996–2025)

Overview

Nicaragua's control of corruption stood at -1.56 in 2025, a decline of +0.17 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach -1.56 by 2025. Nicaragua ranked 195th globally.

Data & projection

Year Control of Corruption YoY change Rank
2026* trend -1.64 - -
2025* trend -1.56 - -
2025 -1.56 −0.17 #195
2023 -1.39 −0.10 #189
2022 -1.29 −0.03 #188
2021 -1.26 −0.07 #183
2020 -1.18 −0.15 #180
2019 -1.03 −0.01 #171
2018 -1.02 −0.13 #174
2017 -0.90 +0.00 #166
2016 -0.90 +0.01 #166
2015 -0.91 −0.02 #165
2014 -0.89 −0.15 #162
2013 -0.74 +0.04 #148
2012 -0.78 −0.04 #151
2011 -0.74 +0.02 #151
2010 -0.76 −0.03 #152
Show all years (1996-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

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 +12.1% GDP growth 3.6% C/A balance 4.2%
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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nicaragua's control of corruption?

Nicaragua's control of corruption was -1.56 in 2025. Ranked 195th globally. This represents a 12.1% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest control of corruption in Nicaragua?

Nicaragua's control of corruption peaked at -0.45 in 2004.

What was the lowest control of corruption in Nicaragua?

The lowest control of corruption in Nicaragua was -1.56 in 2025.

How does Nicaragua rank in control of corruption?

Nicaragua ranks 195th globally in control of corruption as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for control of corruption?

The World Bank indicator code is CC.EST. Data sourced from World Bank WGI.

What is the projected control of corruption of Nicaragua in 2025?

Nicaragua's control of corruption is projected to reach -1.56 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the control of corruption of Nicaragua in 2025?

The control of corruption of Nicaragua in 2025 was -1.56. This ranks 195th in the world.

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