Government spending during economic downturns is thought to boost investment and economic activity. However, previous studies have not always found a clear link between the two. This study looked at data from different countries and time periods to see if government spending does indeed cause private investment to increase. The results show that in some cases, higher government spending does lead to more private investment. The relationship between government spending and investment can vary depending on factors like the type of government policies and the specific measures used. This suggests that the impact of government spending on investment needs to be carefully analyzed using detailed data.