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Equatorial Guinea Trade Openness

Trade as % of GDP  NE.TRD.GNFS.ZS

56.65% −3.89% (-6.4%)
Year 2025 Rank #135 Global Peak 144.67% (2010) Source World Bank

Equatorial Guinea Trade Openness (2005–2025)

Overview

Equatorial Guinea's trade openness stood at 56.65% in 2025, a decline of +3.89% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 56.65% by 2025. Equatorial Guinea ranked 135th globally.

Data & projection

Year Trade Openness YoY change Rank
2027* trend 46.59% - -
2026* trend 51.62% - -
2025* trend 56.65% - -
2025 56.65% −3.89% #135
2024 60.54% −0.90% #51
2023 61.44% −20.37% #50
2022 81.81% +4.85% #79
2021 76.97% −0.96% #88
2020 77.93% −16.95% #105
2019 94.88% −8.77% #120
2018 103.65% +1.22% #129
2017 102.43% +9.83% #129
2016 92.60% −6.28% #117
2015 98.88% −5.50% #129
2014 104.38% −2.51% #128
2013 106.89% −9.78% #130
2012 116.68% +2.30% #137
2011 114.38% −30.29% #136
Show all years (2005-2025)
* 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 +3192.5% GDP growth 3.2% C/A balance 6.6%
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

Equatorial Guinea matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. 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 Equatorial Guinea's trade openness?

Equatorial Guinea's trade openness was 56.65% in 2025. Ranked 135th globally. This represents a 6.4% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest trade openness in Equatorial Guinea?

Equatorial Guinea's trade openness peaked at 144.67% in 2010.

What was the lowest trade openness in Equatorial Guinea?

The lowest trade openness in Equatorial Guinea was 56.65% in 2025.

How does Equatorial Guinea rank in trade openness?

Equatorial Guinea ranks 135th 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 Equatorial Guinea in 2025?

Equatorial Guinea's trade openness is projected to reach 56.65% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the trade openness of Equatorial Guinea in 2025?

The trade openness of Equatorial Guinea in 2025 was 56.65%. This ranks 135th in the world.

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