AMMAN — Capital expenditure rose by JD53.8 million, or 60.4 per cent, by the end of February 2026 compared with the same period of 2025, reflecting government efforts to increase spending on capital projects and boost economic activity.

 

According to the Ministry of Finance’s monthly bulletin, cited by the Jordan News Agency, Petra, total government spending reached JD1.986 billion by the end of February 2026, including JD1.843 billion in current expenditure and JD143 million in capital spending.

 

The increase in capital expenditure was driven by spending on several key projects, including the development of the Risha gas field, equipping Maan Military Hospital, teacher training and development programmes, municipal development projects, and support for projects by the Jordan Tourism Board.

 

Domestic revenues rose by JD36.3 million, or 2.5 per cent, by the end of February 2026 to reach JD1.480 billion, compared with JD1.444 billion in the corresponding period of 2025.

 

The increase in domestic revenues was mainly driven by higher non-tax revenues, which rose by around JD70 million during the first two months of 2026 to JD424.7 million, compared with JD354.7 million in the January-February period of 2025.

 

Grants received by the Kingdom during the first two months of 2026 amounted to JD16.3 million, compared with JD3.4 million in the same period last year, bringing total public revenues, including grants, to JD1.497 billion, compared with JD1.448 billion in the corresponding period.

 

The rise in capital expenditure aligns with government policies aimed at boosting economic growth and improving public services.