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China PPP Conversion Factor

PPP conversion factor, GDP  PA.NUS.PPP

3.40 −0.13 (-3.7%)
Year 2025 Rank #109 Global Peak 4.09 (2018) Source World Bank

China PPP Conversion Factor (1990–2025)

Overview

China's ppp conversion factor stood at 3.40 in 2025, a decline of +0.13 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 3.40 by 2025. China ranked 109th globally.

Data & projection

Year PPP Conversion Factor YoY change Rank
2027* trend 3.14 - -
2026* trend 3.27 - -
2025* trend 3.40 - -
2025 3.40 −0.13 #109
2024 3.53 −0.11 #86
2023 3.64 −0.15 #92
2022 3.79 −0.19 #93
2021 3.99 −0.03 #97
2020 4.01 −0.04 #97
2019 4.06 −0.03 #97
2018 4.09 +0.05 #96
2017 4.04 +0.17 #98
2016 3.87 +0.09 #99
2015 3.78 +0.09 #99
2014 3.69 +0.07 #100
2013 3.62 +0.08 #100
2012 3.54 +0.02 #100
2011 3.52 +0.19 #101
Show all years (1990-2025)
* 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 +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 ppp conversion factor improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is China's ppp conversion factor?

China's ppp conversion factor was 3.40 in 2025. Ranked 109th globally. This represents a 3.7% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest ppp conversion factor in China?

China's ppp conversion factor peaked at 4.09 in 2018.

What was the lowest ppp conversion factor in China?

The lowest ppp conversion factor in China was 1.68 in 1990.

How does China rank in ppp conversion factor?

China ranks 109th globally in ppp conversion factor as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for ppp conversion factor?

The World Bank indicator code is PA.NUS.PPP. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected ppp conversion factor of China in 2025?

China's ppp conversion factor is projected to reach 3.40 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the ppp conversion factor of China in 2025?

The ppp conversion factor of China in 2025 was 3.40. This ranks 109th in the world.

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