Nepal ranks 103rd in global economy with $45.59 billion GDP

Summary

Nepal ranks 103rd in the world economy with a GDP of USD 45.59 billion, according to the IMF’s October 2026 World Economic Outlook. The report says the global economy is set to exceed USD 128 trillion by the end of 2026, led by the United States and China.

Key Points
  • Nepal ranks 103rd among the world’s economies with a GDP of USD 45.59 billion, according to the IMF’s October 2026 World Economic Outlook.
  • The IMF projects the global economy to exceed USD 128 trillion by the end of 2026.
  • The United States leads with USD 32.64 trillion, followed by China at USD 21.55 trillion; India ranks sixth with USD 4.06 trillion.
  • The report notes that artificial intelligence investment is supporting US growth, while China faces pressure from its property-sector slowdown and weak retail sales.
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