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Bahrain Debt to GDP Ratio

Bahrain's government debt to GDP hit a record 134% in 2024. Debt increased by 11 percentage points from 123% in 2023. This rise was driven by a fiscal deficit that widened to -8.5% of GDP in 2023. Lower oil prices and sustained financing needs contributed to the growing debt. Bahrain's record low government debt to GDP was 63.2% in 2015 and record high was 134% in 2024.

Yearly Historical Data (2015-2024)

(in %)
Year Debt to GDP Ratio
2024 134%
2023 123%
2022 111.6%
2021 122.3%
2020 125.7%
2019 97.1%
2018 90.4%
2017 84%
2016 77.4%
2015 63.2%
Bahrain Debt to GDP Ratio : Definition
Bahrain's government debt to GDP represents the total outstanding debt of the Bahraini government compared to the nation's Gross Domestic Product. It is calculated by dividing the government's gross debt by its nominal GDP, expressed as a percentage. This metric indicates the government's debt burden relative to its economic size.
Indicator Last Value Prior Value Period
Current Account to GDP Ratio 5.3% 5.9% Dec'24
Interest Rate 5% 5.25% Sep'25