National Debt (% of GDP): Antigua and Barbuda

Analysis# Antigua and Barbuda National Debt (% of GDP) Antigua and Barbuda's national debt stood at 63.8% of GDP in 2026, representing its lowest level since records began in 1990. The figure marks a dramatic recovery from the country's all-time peak of 114.5% in 2002, a decline of 50.7 percentage points over two decades. Since 1990, the debt-to-GDP ratio has fallen 32.2%, reflecting sustained fiscal consolidation efforts over the long term. The most significant turning point occurred around 2002, when debt reached its historical maximum following economic pressures. From 2017 onward, a consistent downward trend accelerated: the ratio fell from 88.2% to 67.6% within seven years. The temporary spike to 100.5% in 2020 during the pandemic was reversed quickly, with debt declining steadily through 2026. Projections suggest continued reduction, positioning the country on a sustainable fiscal path.