Country GDP Comparison
Compare economic data for 281 countries across 36 years of CIA World Factbook data. GDP nominal, GDP per capita, purchasing power parity, growth rates, economic sector composition, debt, trade balance — all in one searchable, comparable database.
Top 10 Economies by Nominal GDP (2025)
| # | Country | GDP | Per Capita | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | $28.78 trillion | $85,370 | +2.5% |
| 2 | China | $18.53 trillion | $13,140 | +4.6% |
| 3 | Germany | $4.59 trillion | $54,930 | +0.2% |
| 4 | Japan | $4.19 trillion | $33,950 | +1.1% |
| 5 | India | $3.94 trillion | $2,730 | +6.5% |
| 6 | United Kingdom | $3.50 trillion | $51,470 | +0.5% |
| 7 | France | $3.13 trillion | $46,340 | +0.7% |
| 8 | Italy | $2.25 trillion | $38,200 | +0.7% |
| 9 | Brazil | $2.17 trillion | $10,010 | +2.9% |
| 10 | Canada | $2.14 trillion | $54,870 | +1.5% |
Understanding GDP — Key Insights
Nominal vs PPP
Nominal GDP converts everything to USD at market exchange rates — useful for international trade comparisons. GDP (PPP) adjusts for purchasing power — a haircut in Mumbai costs less than NYC even if the same quality. China's GDP (PPP) exceeds the US since 2017.
GDP Per Capita Is What Matters
India's GDP is top 5, but per capita it ranks 140th. Qatar, Luxembourg, and Singapore have the highest per capita GDP ($60-100K+). This is why small rich nations feel wealthy even with tiny total GDP.
Services Dominate Developed Economies
Every high-income country has 70-80%+ services GDP. Manufacturing share has been declining since the 1950s. The US manufactures more than ever in dollar terms — but services grow faster.
Agricultural GDP ≠ Agricultural Employment
India: agriculture = 16% of GDP but employs 42% of workers. US: agriculture = 1% of GDP. This gap explains rural income inequality in developing nations.
Debt-to-GDP Ratio
Japan: 260% debt-to-GDP. US: 123%. China: 83%. High ratios aren't automatically bad — Japan has been above 200% for 15 years. What matters is who holds the debt and in what currency it's denominated.
GDP Growth vs Development
Ethiopia grew 10%/yr for a decade (2006-2016) but remains one of the poorest nations. GDP growth without institutional development, education, and healthcare doesn't translate to prosperity. The HDI (Human Development Index) captures this better.
FAQ
Where does this GDP data come from?
All economic data comes from the CIA World Factbook, which aggregates figures from the World Bank, IMF, national statistics offices, and other authoritative sources. INTELDUMP includes 36 annual editions (1990-2025) for historical comparison.
Can I compare two countries' GDP side by side?
Yes. Use INTELDUMP's comparison tool — select any two countries and compare them across all data fields including GDP, GDP per capita, economic composition, trade balance, debt, inflation, and more.
How accurate are GDP figures?
GDP estimates for developed countries are highly accurate (within 1-2%). For developing nations, informal economies (estimated at 30-60% of GDP in some African and Asian countries) mean official figures may significantly understate true economic activity.
What's the difference between GDP and GNP?
GDP measures all economic output within a country's borders. GNP (Gross National Product) measures output by a country's citizens regardless of location. For most nations they're similar. For Ireland (many foreign subsidiaries) the gap is large — GDP >> GNP.