Ireland Government Budget
1.5%▼ −2.47 pt
Dec 2025 · Annual
Ireland's budget balance fell to 1.54% of GDP in 2025, down from 4.02% in 2024. The reading remains well below the all-time high of 4.86% recorded in 2000 and far above the record low of -32.14% in 2010. The series dates back to 1995.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5% | 4.0% | 4.9%Dec 2000 | -32.1%Dec 2010 | 1995 – 2025 | Annual |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Government Debt to GDP | 32.9% | 38.3% | 118.9% | 23.7% | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| Tax Revenue to GDP | 17.9% | 17.5% | 28.8% | 15.9% | Dec 2024 | Annual |
About this series
Government Budget in Ireland averaged -2.2% from 1995 until 2025, reaching an all-time high of 4.9% in Dec 2000 and a record low of -32.1% in Dec 2010. The series is reported yearly with history from 1995.
The budget balance measures the difference between government revenue and expenditure as a percentage of Ireland's gross domestic product. It is reported annually in percent of GDP. The series begins in 1995.
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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