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Antigua and Barbuda Trade Openness

Trade as % of GDP  NE.TRD.GNFS.ZS

85.07% −32.63% (-27.7%)
Year 2025 Rank #99 Global Peak 141.55% (2014) Source World Bank

Antigua and Barbuda Trade Openness (2014–2025)

Overview

Antigua and Barbuda's trade openness stood at 85.07% in 2025, a decline of +32.63% from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 85.07% by 2025. Antigua and Barbuda ranked 99th globally.

Data & projection

Year Trade Openness YoY change Rank
2025* trend 85.07% - -
2025 85.07% −32.63% #99
2022 117.70% +16.63% #132
2021 101.07% +6.79% #129
2020 94.29% −43.25% #133
2019 137.54% +6.88% #155
2018 130.66% +2.99% #154
2017 127.66% −4.36% #151
2016 132.03% +1.95% #155
2015 130.07% −11.47% #155
2014 141.55% #156
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +55.5% GDP growth 10.2% C/A balance 0.3%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Antigua and Barbuda matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1984. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw trade openness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Antigua and Barbuda's trade openness?

Antigua and Barbuda's trade openness was 85.07% in 2025. Ranked 99th globally. This represents a 27.7% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest trade openness in Antigua and Barbuda?

Antigua and Barbuda's trade openness peaked at 141.55% in 2014.

What was the lowest trade openness in Antigua and Barbuda?

The lowest trade openness in Antigua and Barbuda was 85.07% in 2025.

How does Antigua and Barbuda rank in trade openness?

Antigua and Barbuda ranks 99th globally in trade openness as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for trade openness?

The World Bank indicator code is NE.TRD.GNFS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected trade openness of Antigua and Barbuda in 2025?

Antigua and Barbuda's trade openness is projected to reach 85.07% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the trade openness of Antigua and Barbuda in 2025?

The trade openness of Antigua and Barbuda in 2025 was 85.07%. This ranks 99th in the world.

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@misc{historysaid_antigua-and-barbuda_trade-openness, title = {Antigua and Barbuda Trade Openness}, url = {https://historysaid.com/antigua-and-barbuda/trade-openness}, publisher = {HistorySaid}, year = {2026} }