Share of World GDP: Niger

Analysis# Niger Share of World GDP Niger currently accounts for 0.03% of world GDP in 2026, representing its all-time peak. This marks a significant recovery from the country's low point of 0.016% in 1997, reflecting a 7.1% increase over the 46-year period since 1980. Despite remaining among the smallest economies globally, Niger's economic footprint has nearly doubled from its 1997 nadir. The most striking development occurred between 2020 and 2026, when Niger's share grew from 0.025% to 0.03%—a 20% jump in just six years. This acceleration followed years of gradual gains from 2017 onward, when the country held 0.021%. The recent upward momentum suggests Niger's economy is expanding faster than global growth rates, positioning the country on a trajectory of increasing international economic relevance.