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Iraq Gross Savings

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

12.49% −29.45% (-70.2%)
Year 2025 Rank #136 Global Peak 54.54% (2022) Source World Bank

Iraq Gross Savings (2004–2025)

Overview

Iraq's gross savings stood at 12.49% in 2025, a decline of +29.45% from 2024. The IMF projects 12.49% by 2025. Iraq ranked 136th globally.

Data & projection

Year Gross Savings YoY change Rank
2030* IMF 12.55% - -
2029* IMF 11.96% - -
2028* IMF 11.41% - -
2027* IMF 10.97% - -
2026* IMF 10.45% - -
2025* IMF 12.49% - -
2025 12.49% −29.45% #136
2024 41.94% +21.07% #6
2023 43.32% +11.52% #6
2022 54.54% +34.33% #2
2021 40.51% +29.35% #11
2020 24.03% +2.86% #70
2019 37.35% +14.00% #16
2018 40.28% +22.06% #13
2017 32.10% +14.94% #28
2016 24.44% +3.82% #64
2015 25.07% −7.74% #64
2014 37.98% +3.83% #20
2013 41.39% +12.72% #15
2012 41.71% +8.08% #18
2011 42.75% +17.75% #17
Show all years (2004-2025)
* 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 +51.0% GDP growth 8.0% C/A balance 20.2%
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

Iraq matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. 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 Iraq's gross savings?

Iraq's gross savings was 12.49% in 2025. Ranked 136th globally. This represents a 70.2% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest gross savings in Iraq?

Iraq's gross savings peaked at 54.54% in 2022.

What was the lowest gross savings in Iraq?

The lowest gross savings in Iraq was 12.49% in 2025.

How does Iraq rank in gross savings?

Iraq ranks 136th 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 Iraq in 2025?

Iraq's gross savings is projected to reach 12.49% by 2025 based on IMF projection.

What is the gross savings of Iraq in 2025?

The gross savings of Iraq in 2025 was 12.49%. This ranks 136th in the world.

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