Countries by Government Debt (% of GDP) 2024

About This Dataset

The chart displays the government debt as a percentage of GDP for various countries in 2024. Japan leads with a staggering 255%, followed by Greece at 163% and Italy at 140%. The United States, while significantly lower, still holds a notable debt level at 122%.

✨ AI Insight

Japan's government debt stands at an unprecedented 255% of its GDP, far surpassing Greece's 163% and Italy's 140%. This stark contrast highlights Japan's long-standing economic challenges, including an aging population and stagnant growth, which have necessitated extensive borrowing. The U.S. and several European nations like France (111%) and Portugal (108%) also show high debt levels, but they are considerably lower than Japan and Greece. The trend suggests that while developed nations are grappling with high debt, Japan's situation is particularly acute, potentially leading to long-term economic implications if not addressed.

Source: International Monetary Fund

Key Findings

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Japan leads with 255 in 2024.

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Average value in 2024: 139 · median: 117.

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Gap in 2024: Japan is 2.4× larger than Belgium.