GDP Growth (Annual %) | World Bank Estimates (1961-2024)

China recorded the highest average GDP growth at 7.9% from 1961-2024, while also experiencing the most severe contraction at -27.3% in 1961. Nigeria achieved the highest single-year growth peak at 25.0% in 1970, compared to other major economies like the United States (7.2% peak in 1984) and Germany (7.4% peak in 1969).

Source: World Bank

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