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Lesotho PPP Conversion Factor

PPP conversion factor, GDP  PA.NUS.PPP

5.92 −0.02 (-0.3%)
Year 2025 Rank #98 Global Peak 6.19 (2021) Source World Bank

Lesotho PPP Conversion Factor (1990–2025)

Overview

Lesotho's ppp conversion factor stood at 5.92 in 2025, a decline of +0.02 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 5.92 by 2025. Lesotho ranked 98th globally.

Data & projection

Year PPP Conversion Factor YoY change Rank
2027* trend 5.87 - -
2026* trend 5.89 - -
2025* trend 5.92 - -
2025 5.92 −0.02 #98
2024 5.94 +0.07 #93
2023 5.87 −0.23 #100
2022 6.10 −0.09 #103
2021 6.19 +0.29 #106
2020 5.91 −0.18 #105
2019 6.09 +0.20 #105
2018 5.89 +0.44 #105
2017 5.44 +0.48 #105
2016 4.96 +0.25 #103
2015 4.71 +0.12 #105
2014 4.60 +0.22 #105
2013 4.38 +0.01 #106
2012 4.36 +0.28 #106
2011 4.08 +0.27 #108
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 +18.0% GDP growth 2.9% C/A balance 3.9%
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

Lesotho matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. 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 Lesotho's ppp conversion factor?

Lesotho's ppp conversion factor was 5.92 in 2025. Ranked 98th globally. This represents a 0.3% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest ppp conversion factor in Lesotho?

Lesotho's ppp conversion factor peaked at 6.19 in 2021.

What was the lowest ppp conversion factor in Lesotho?

The lowest ppp conversion factor in Lesotho was 1.12 in 1990.

How does Lesotho rank in ppp conversion factor?

Lesotho ranks 98th 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 Lesotho in 2025?

Lesotho's ppp conversion factor is projected to reach 5.92 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the ppp conversion factor of Lesotho in 2025?

The ppp conversion factor of Lesotho in 2025 was 5.92. This ranks 98th in the world.

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@misc{historysaid_lesotho_ppp-conversion-factor, title = {Lesotho PPP Conversion Factor}, url = {https://historysaid.com/lesotho/ppp-conversion-factor}, publisher = {HistorySaid}, year = {2026} }