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Spain GDP Growth

Annual percentage growth rate of GDP  NY.GDP.MKTP.KD.ZG

Spain's gdp growth was 2.91% in 2025, ranked 94th globally. This represents a 15.8% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1961–2025.

2.91% −0.55pp (-15.8%)
Year 2025 Rank #94 Global Peak 11.84% (1961) Source World Bank

Spain GDP Growth (1961–2025)

Overview

Spain's gdp growth stood at 2.91% in 2025, a decline of +0.55pp from 2024. The IMF projects 2.91% by 2025. Spain ranked 94th globally.

Spain's GDP growth has exhibited significant fluctuations over the past sixty-five years, with the highest recorded growth rate of 11.84% occurring in 1961. Conversely, the country experienced its lowest growth rate of -10.94% in 2020, a stark contrast to the previous record. The current GDP growth rate in Spain stands at 2.91%, ranking it 94th globally as of 2025. Comparatively, Peru reported a growth rate of 2.93% in 2025, positioning it slightly ahead of Spain. The country's economic development has been influenced by various factors, including its integration into the European Union and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. While Spain's growth rate has shown signs of recovery, it remains uncertain whether the country will be able to sustain this momentum in the face of global economic uncertainty. A significant increase in foreign investment or a substantial boost to domestic consumption could alter the trajectory of Spain's economic growth.

Data & projection

Year GDP Growth YoY change Rank
2030* IMF 1.59% - -
2029* IMF 1.60% - -
2028* IMF 1.60% - -
2027* IMF 1.73% - -
2026* IMF 1.96% - -
2025* IMF 2.91% - -
2025 2.91% −0.55pp #94
2024 3.46% +0.99pp #93
2023 2.46% −3.91pp #119
2022 6.37% −0.31pp #53
2021 6.68% +17.62pp #71
2020 -10.94% −12.90pp #181
2019 1.96% −0.43pp #136
2018 2.40% −0.50pp #135
2017 2.90% −0.02pp #121
2016 2.92% −1.15pp #116
2015 4.06% +2.54pp #66
2014 1.52% +2.95pp #158
2013 -1.43% +1.44pp #193
2012 -2.87% −2.23pp #194
2011 -0.64% −0.73pp #194
Show all years (1961-2025)
* 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 +11.0% GDP growth 2.5% C/A balance 2.7%
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

Spain matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gdp growth improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spain's gdp growth?▾

Spain's gdp growth was 2.91% in 2025. Ranked 94th globally. This represents a 15.8% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest gdp growth in Spain?▾

Spain's gdp growth peaked at 11.84% in 1961.

What was the lowest gdp growth in Spain?▾

The lowest gdp growth in Spain was -10.94% in 2020.

How does Spain rank in gdp growth?▾

Spain ranks 94th globally in gdp growth as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for gdp growth?▾

The World Bank indicator code is NY.GDP.MKTP.KD.ZG. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected gdp growth of Spain in 2025?▾

Spain's gdp growth is projected to reach 2.91% by 2025 based on IMF projection.

What is the gdp growth of Spain in 2025?▾

The gdp growth of Spain in 2025 was 2.91%. This ranks 94th in the world.

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