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China Gross Savings

Gross savings as % of GDP  NY.GNS.ICTR.ZS

42.12% −0.72% (-1.7%)
Year 2025 Rank #4 Global Peak 51.27% (2008) Source World Bank

China Gross Savings (1980–2025)

Overview

China's gross savings stood at 42.12% in 2025, a decline of +0.72% from 2024. The IMF projects 42.12% by 2025. China ranked 4th globally.

Data & projection

Year Gross Savings YoY change Rank
2030* IMF 42.65% - -
2029* IMF 42.64% - -
2028* IMF 42.52% - -
2027* IMF 42.28% - -
2026* IMF 42.04% - -
2025* IMF 42.12% - -
2025 42.12% −0.72% #4
2024 42.83% +0.26% #5
2023 42.57% −2.23% #8
2022 44.83% +0.19% #9
2021 44.68% +0.76% #6
2020 43.50% +0.16% #6
2019 43.29% −0.31% #8
2018 43.77% −0.40% #6
2017 44.32% +0.48% #7
2016 43.87% −1.36% #4
2015 45.10% −2.30% #6
2014 47.27% +0.02% #10
2013 47.04% −1.21% #8
2012 48.20% −0.14% #11
2011 48.64% −1.74% #12
Show all years (1980-2025)
* IMF World Economic Outlook projection

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 +14.5% GDP growth 7.8% C/A balance 1.5%
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

China matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2013. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gross savings improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is China's gross savings?

China's gross savings was 42.12% in 2025. Ranked 4th globally. This represents a 1.7% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest gross savings in China?

China's gross savings peaked at 51.27% in 2008.

What was the lowest gross savings in China?

The lowest gross savings in China was 31.99% in 1981.

How does China rank in gross savings?

China ranks 4th globally in gross savings as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for gross savings?

The World Bank indicator code is NY.GNS.ICTR.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected gross savings of China in 2025?

China's gross savings is projected to reach 42.12% by 2025 based on IMF projection.

What is the gross savings of China in 2025?

The gross savings of China in 2025 was 42.12%. This ranks 4th in the world.

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