GDP growth ranking 1975 — the top 20 economies
The twenty largest economies by GDP Growth (Annual %) in 1975, ranked by the exact World Bank figures. The leader: Oman (24.43%). A total of 143 economies reported a value that year.
| # | Country | annual % (1975) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oman | 24.43% |
| 2 | Malta | 19.56% |
| 3 | Gabon | 19.19% |
| 4 | Syrian Arab Republic | 16.35% |
| 5 | Sudan | 15.71% |
| 6 | Somalia, Fed. Rep. | 14.7% |
| 7 | Eswatini | 13.91% |
| 8 | Iraq | 12.49% |
| 9 | Gambia, The | 12.39% |
| 10 | Mali | 11.63% |
| 11 | Cameroon | 11.25% |
| 12 | Ecuador | 10.97% |
| 13 | Cuba | 9.48% |
| 14 | India | 9.15% |
| 15 | Chad | 9.01% |
| 16 | Egypt, Arab Rep. | 8.94% |
| 17 | China | 8.72% |
| 18 | Guyana | 8.48% |
| 19 | Botswana | 8.45% |
| 20 | Cote d'Ivoire | 8.25% |
Where are they now?
The top five of 1975 and their rank in the latest published year:
| Country | Rank in 1975 | Rank today |
|---|---|---|
| Oman | #90 | #136 |
| Malta | #56 | #80 |
| Gabon | #87 | #132 |
| Syrian Arab Republic | #133 | #196 |
| Sudan | #75 | #112 |
Other years
Frequently asked questions
Which country had the largest GDP growth in 1975?
Oman, with 24.43% (annual %).
How many countries are included?
143 economies reported a value for NY.GDP.MKTP.KD.ZG in 1975. Coverage widens over time — earlier years include fewer reporting economies.