A nation’s position in global economic rankings is largely determined by GDP growth rate, economic diversification, and resilience to global shocks. Countries that rely heavily on volatile sectors like oil may surge quickly,like Guyana or South Sudan,but face equal risk of downturns.
On the other hand, India has steadily climbed into the global top 5 by sustaining growth across diverse sectors: from IT and telecom to manufacturing and financial services. Pro-business reforms, growing domestic demand, and infrastructure investments have cemented its upward trajectory.
Even nations hit hard by conflict or pandemic,like Libya or Sudan,can bounce back with effective governance and sectoral recovery.
Top 15 Fastest-Growing Economies in 2025
Rank | Country | GDP Growth (%) | Highest Contributing Sector |
1 | South Sudan | 30.2% | Oil production & reconstruction |
2 | Guyana | 25.6% | Offshore oil & infrastructure |
3 | Libya | 21.1% | Oil output & post-conflict recovery |
4 | Senegal | 18.0% | Oil & gas exports |
5 | Palau | 13.5% | Tourism & construction |
6 | Sudan | 12.1% | Oil & agricultural sector recovery |
7 | Uganda | 10.4% | Agriculture, services, & energy |
8 | Niger | 9.8% | Mining, agriculture |
9 | Macao SAR | 9.4% | Tourism, hospitality, & gambling |
10 | Bhutan | 8.9% | Hydropower & eco-tourism |
11 | Mongolia | 8.3% | Mining (copper, coal), exports |
12 | Zambia | 7.8% | Copper mining, energy |
13 | Benin | 7.2% | Agriculture, trade, & investment |
14 | Ethiopia | 6.9% | Infrastructure & manufacturing |
15 | India | 6.8% | IT, manufacturing, & financial services |
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