Government Expenditure: Comoros
Comoros's government expenditure is currently 18.929 % of GDP as of 2026. # Comoros Government Expenditure Government expenditure in Comoros reached 18.
Current (2026)
18.929 % of GDP
-3.4% y/y
Peak (2019)
20.139 % of GDP
Low (2004)
11.713 % of GDP
Source
IMF World Economic Outlook
2004–2026 · 23 pts
Government Expenditure — Comoros
2004 — 2026
Government Expenditure — Comoros
Analysis# Comoros Government Expenditure
Government expenditure in Comoros reached 18.929% of GDP in 2026, representing a substantial 61.6% increase from 2004's low of 11.713%. The current level sits moderately below the all-time peak of 20.139% recorded in 2019, indicating a gradual moderation after that spike. Over the 22-year period, spending has generally trended upward, reflecting increased public sector investment and fiscal commitments.
The data reveals significant volatility between 2017 and 2026, with expenditure fluctuating between 17.856% (2023) and 20.139% (2019). A notable contraction occurred in 2020, likely reflecting pandemic-related fiscal pressures, followed by recovery through 2021. Recent years show oscillation around the 18-19% range, with 2026 projections suggesting a slight decline from 2025's 19.597%, though sustained above historical averages.
Historical Data
23 Rows| Year | Value | Change % |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 18.929 % of GDP | -3.41% |
| 2025 | 19.597 % of GDP | +2.38% |
| 2024 | 19.142 % of GDP | +7.20% |
| 2023 | 17.856 % of GDP | -3.14% |
| 2022 | 18.434 % of GDP | -7.61% |
| 2021 | 19.952 % of GDP | +6.31% |
| 2020 | 18.767 % of GDP | -6.81% |
| 2019 | 20.139 % of GDP | +5.07% |
| 2018 | 19.168 % of GDP | +1.69% |
| 2017 | 18.849 % of GDP | -0.30% |
| 2016 | 18.906 % of GDP | -0.80% |
| 2015 | 19.059 % of GDP | +31.19% |
| 2014 | 14.528 % of GDP | -2.02% |
| 2013 | 14.827 % of GDP | -0.22% |
| 2012 | 14.86 % of GDP | +12.43% |
| 2011 | 13.217 % of GDP | -0.38% |
| 2010 | 13.267 % of GDP | -2.89% |
| 2009 | 13.662 % of GDP | -9.70% |
| 2008 | 15.129 % of GDP | +15.81% |
| 2007 | 13.064 % of GDP | +4.89% |
Show all 23 rows
| Year | Value | Change % |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 12.455 % of GDP | -2.77% |
| 2005 | 12.81 % of GDP | +9.37% |
| 2004 | 11.713 % of GDP | — |
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