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South Africa PPP Conversion Factor

PPP conversion factor, GDP  PA.NUS.PPP

7.42 −0.01 (-0.2%)
Year 2025 Rank #92 Global Peak 7.43 (2024) Source World Bank

South Africa PPP Conversion Factor (1990–2025)

Overview

South Africa's ppp conversion factor stood at 7.42 in 2025, a decline of +0.01 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 7.42 by 2025. South Africa ranked 92nd globally.

Data & projection

Year PPP Conversion Factor YoY change Rank
2027* trend 7.48 - -
2026* trend 7.45 - -
2025* trend 7.42 - -
2025 7.42 −0.01 #92
2024 7.43 +0.11 #102
2023 7.32 +0.08 #108
2022 7.25 −0.13 #110
2021 7.38 +0.13 #113
2020 7.25 +0.18 #113
2019 7.07 +0.21 #111
2018 6.86 +0.44 #111
2017 6.41 +0.26 #111
2016 6.15 +0.33 #111
2015 5.82 +0.25 #111
2014 5.57 +0.27 #111
2013 5.29 +0.19 #111
2012 5.11 +0.33 #111
2011 4.78 +0.16 #111
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 +14.4% GDP growth 3.2% C/A balance 0.0%
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

South Africa matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1994. 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 South Africa's ppp conversion factor?

South Africa's ppp conversion factor was 7.42 in 2025. Ranked 92nd globally. This represents a 0.2% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest ppp conversion factor in South Africa?

South Africa's ppp conversion factor peaked at 7.43 in 2024.

What was the lowest ppp conversion factor in South Africa?

The lowest ppp conversion factor in South Africa was 1.26 in 1990.

How does South Africa rank in ppp conversion factor?

South Africa ranks 92nd 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 South Africa in 2025?

South Africa's ppp conversion factor is projected to reach 7.42 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the ppp conversion factor of South Africa in 2025?

The ppp conversion factor of South Africa in 2025 was 7.42. This ranks 92nd in the world.

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@misc{historysaid_south-africa_ppp-conversion-factor, title = {South Africa PPP Conversion Factor}, url = {https://historysaid.com/south-africa/ppp-conversion-factor}, publisher = {HistorySaid}, year = {2026} }