Greece Government Budget
1.3%▲ +0.03 pt
Dec 2025 · Annual
Greece's budget balance as a share of GDP rose to 1.26% in 2025, from 1.23% in 2024. The reading is the highest in the series, which began in 1980. The all-time low was -15.42% in 2009.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.3%Dec 2025 | -15.4%Dec 2009 | 1980 – 2025 | Annual |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Government Debt to GDP | 145.7% | 155.4% | 209.9% | 22.8% | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| Tax Revenue to GDP | 27.4% | 26.5% | 27.5% | 12.5% | Dec 2024 | Annual |
About this series
Government Budget in Greece averaged -6.3% from 1980 until 2025, reaching an all-time high of 1.3% in Dec 2025 and a record low of -15.4% in Dec 2009. The series is reported yearly with history from 1980.
The budget balance as a percentage of GDP measures the difference between general government revenue and expenditure relative to the size of the economy. It is expressed in percent of GDP and reported annually. The series for Greece spans from 1980 to 2025, covering both surplus and deficit positions.
Source & methodology
We use primary economic sources for every country. See our methodology page for how we source and verify this data.
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