Ukraine's defense spending hits 40% of GDP

Ukraine's defense spending has reached 40% of its GDP, while Russia's military expenditure consumes 7.5% of its GDP.

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Ukraine has increased its defense spending by 20% to $84.1 billion, a figure equivalent to roughly 40% of the country's GDP, representing the largest defense burden of any nation. Meanwhile, Russia increased its military expenditure by 5.9% to $190 billion, which consumes 7.5% of its GDP. The data highlights the immense economic strain the ongoing war places on both nations, with Ukraine's economy now overwhelmingly oriented toward defense.

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1d ago@EuromaidanPress

The message adds new data on Russia's military spending, showing a 5.9% increase to $190 billion, consuming 7.5% of GDP.

e/eineurope · topic · T-09301cycle Monday, 27 April 2026 at 15:55 UTC · first reported 1d ago