Share of World GDP: Jamaica

Analysis# Jamaica Share of World GDP Jamaica's share of world GDP stands at 0.018% in 2026, representing a dramatic contraction from its 1983 peak of 0.054%. The Caribbean nation has experienced a 64.7% decline in its global economic share over the past 46 years, falling to its lowest recorded level in 2025. This erosion reflects Jamaica's reduced weight in the global economy relative to faster-growing emerging markets and developed economies worldwide. The most significant deterioration occurred between 1980 and the early 2000s, with Jamaica losing roughly two-thirds of its relative economic standing. Since 2017, the country's share has stabilized at historically low levels, hovering between 0.018% and 0.024%. Current projections suggest Jamaica's share will remain flat through 2026, indicating the nation faces sustained structural challenges in competing for growth on the world stage.