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St. Kitts and Nevis Government Effectiveness

Government Effectiveness  GE.EST

0.27 −0.11 (-29.8%)
Year 2025 Rank #77 Global Peak 1.28 (2009) Source World Bank WGI

St. Kitts and Nevis Government Effectiveness (2004–2025)

Overview

St. Kitts and Nevis's government effectiveness stood at 0.27 in 2025, a decline of +0.11 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.27 by 2025. St. Kitts and Nevis ranked 77th globally.

Data & projection

Year Government Effectiveness YoY change Rank
2026* trend 0.22 - -
2025* trend 0.27 - -
2025 0.27 −0.11 #77
2023 0.38 −0.01 #72
2022 0.39 +0.03 #69
2021 0.36 −0.27 #69
2020 0.63 +0.14 #54
2019 0.49 −0.01 #59
2018 0.50 −0.01 #60
2017 0.51 +0.29 #58
2016 0.22 +0.03 #74
2015 0.18 +0.25 #76
2014 -0.07 −1.34 #98
2013 1.27 +0.01 #26
2012 1.26 +0.02 #27
2011 1.24 −0.01 #28
2010 1.26 −0.02 #28
Show all years (2004-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Fiscal Dominance Trap
Government debt exceeding 80% of GDP with real interest rates negative and inflation above 10%. Monetary policy effectiveness impaired by fiscal pressures.
Inflation 10.5% Real rate -6.7%
Occurred 386 times, 278 successful
Inflation
28.2%
Real rate
-4.2%
Inflation
219.9%
Real rate
-47.4%
Inflation
28.3%
Real rate
-7.0%
Inflation
91.4%
Real rate
-26.9%
Inflation
13.6%
Real rate
-0.9%
Inflation
133.5%
Real rate
-17.3%

Analysis

St. Kitts and Nevis matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 1981. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw government effectiveness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Kitts and Nevis's government effectiveness?

St. Kitts and Nevis's government effectiveness was 0.27 in 2025. Ranked 77th globally. This represents a 29.8% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest government effectiveness in St. Kitts and Nevis?

St. Kitts and Nevis's government effectiveness peaked at 1.28 in 2009.

What was the lowest government effectiveness in St. Kitts and Nevis?

The lowest government effectiveness in St. Kitts and Nevis was -0.07 in 2014.

How does St. Kitts and Nevis rank in government effectiveness?

St. Kitts and Nevis ranks 77th globally in government effectiveness as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for government effectiveness?

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

What is the projected government effectiveness of St. Kitts and Nevis in 2025?

St. Kitts and Nevis's government effectiveness is projected to reach 0.27 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the government effectiveness of St. Kitts and Nevis in 2025?

The government effectiveness of St. Kitts and Nevis in 2025 was 0.27. This ranks 77th in the world.

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@misc{historysaid_st-kitts-and-nevis_government-effectiveness, title = {St. Kitts and Nevis Government Effectiveness}, url = {https://historysaid.com/st-kitts-and-nevis/government-effectiveness}, publisher = {HistorySaid}, year = {2026} }