Economics • Posted on Jul 29, 2026

Top 10 Fastest-Growing Economies (2026 Projections)

Ranking the countries with the highest projected real GDP growth rates for 2026.

Projections represent the annual percentage change in real GDP. Guyana's rapid expansion is driven by its massive offshore oil production, while several East and West African nations lead global growth due to infrastructure investments, agricultural recovery, and economic diversification.

Guyana South America

16.2%

Ethiopia Africa

9.2%

Guinea Africa

8.7%

Macao SAR Asia

7.8%

Bhutan Asia

7.5%

Vietnam Asia

7.5%

Uganda Africa

7.5%

Benin Africa

7.0%

Rwanda Africa

6.9%

Senegal Africa

6.8%