Hong Kong Government Debt to GDP
11.9%▲ +2.64 pt
Dec 2025 · Annual
Hong Kong's government debt rose to 11.850963% of GDP in 2025, up from 9.21092% in 2024. The reading marks the highest level on record since the series began in 2004, surpassing the previous all-time high set in the same period.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11.9% | 9.2% | 11.9%Dec 2025 | 0.1%Dec 2018 | 2004 – 2025 | Annual |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Government Budget | -4.8% | -5.8% | 7.3% | -9.2% | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| Interest Rate | 4.0% | 4.0% | 8.0% | 0.5% | Aug 2026 | Monthly |
About this series
Government Debt to GDP in Hong Kong averaged 2.1% from 2004 until 2025, reaching an all-time high of 11.9% in Dec 2025 and a record low of 0.1% in Dec 2018. The series is reported yearly with history from 2004.
Government debt as a percentage of GDP measures the total outstanding debt of the central government relative to the size of the economy. The indicator is reported annually, expressed as a percentage of GDP. Data are available from 2004 onwards.
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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