Pakistan GDP Growth
Annual percentage growth rate of GDP NY.GDP.MKTP.KD.ZG
Pakistan's gdp growth was 2.68% in 2025, ranked 106th globally. This represents a 12.2% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1961–2025.
Overview
Pakistan's gdp growth stood at 2.68% in 2025, a decline of +0.37pp from 2024. The IMF projects 2.68% by 2025. Pakistan ranked 106th globally.
Pakistan’s GDP growth has experienced significant fluctuations over a 65-year period, from a high of 11.35% in 1970 to a low of -1.27% in 2020 during the global pandemic. The latest recorded growth rate for 2025 stands at 2.68%, placing Pakistan 106th globally, slightly below peer Jordan and Barbados, both at 2.70%, and marginally above Congo, Republic of at 2.65%. This modest expansion reflects ongoing structural challenges, including political instability, energy shortages, and external financing constraints. The 1970 peak coincided with post-war reconstruction and industrialization efforts, while the 2020 contraction underscored vulnerabilities to external shocks. Despite recent stabilization, growth remains below the regional average for emerging economies. Sustained improvements will depend on structural reforms, increased foreign investment, and enhanced fiscal discipline. Without decisive policy action, particularly in addressing balance of payments pressures and boosting export competitiveness, the trajectory is likely to remain subdued in the near term.
Data & projection
| Year | GDP Growth | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2030* IMF | 4.50% | - | - |
| 2029* IMF | 4.50% | - | - |
| 2028* IMF | 4.50% | - | - |
| 2027* IMF | 4.10% | - | - |
| 2026* IMF | 3.58% | - | - |
| 2025* IMF | 2.68% | - | - |
| 2025 | 2.68% | −0.37pp | #106 |
| 2024 | 3.05% | +3.26pp | #106 |
| 2023 | -0.41% | −6.59pp | #185 |
| 2022 | 4.78% | −0.99pp | #91 |
| 2021 | 6.51% | +7.46pp | #74 |
| 2020 | -1.27% | −4.39pp | #55 |
| 2019 | 2.50% | −3.60pp | #112 |
| 2018 | 6.15% | +1.54pp | #33 |
| 2017 | 4.43% | +0.36pp | #64 |
| 2016 | 6.57% | +2.76pp | #28 |
| 2015 | 4.22% | +0.66pp | #63 |
| 2014 | 4.12% | +0.26pp | #79 |
| 2013 | 4.37% | +1.17pp | #77 |
| 2012 | 3.03% | −0.18pp | #102 |
| 2011 | 2.68% | +0.42pp | #132 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Pakistan matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gdp growth improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Pakistan's gdp growth was 2.68% in 2025. Ranked 106th globally. This represents a 12.2% decrease from the previous year.
Pakistan's gdp growth peaked at 11.35% in 1970.
The lowest gdp growth in Pakistan was -1.27% in 2020.
Pakistan ranks 106th globally in gdp growth as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.MKTP.KD.ZG. Data sourced from World Bank.
Pakistan's gdp growth is projected to reach 2.68% by 2025 based on IMF projection.
The gdp growth of Pakistan in 2025 was 2.68%. This ranks 106th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_pakistan_gdp-growth,
title = {Pakistan GDP Growth},
url = {https://historysaid.com/pakistan/gdp-growth/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}