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Net International Reserves
Unemployment Rate
Monthly Inflation Rate
Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
Central Government Operations
| J$ Millions | Provisional – Apr 2020 | Budget – Apr 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue & Grants | 36,765.30 | 36,765.30 |
| Fiscal Balance (Surplus +/ Deficit -) | -13282.9 | -13,282.90 |
| Primary Balance (Surplus +/ Deficit -) | -2,185.40 | -2,185.40 |