GDP (Gross Domestic Product): Antigua and Barbuda

Analysis# Antigua and Barbuda GDP (Gross Domestic Product) Antigua and Barbuda's GDP reached $2.456 billion in 2026, matching its all-time peak and representing a remarkable 1,760.6% increase since 1980, when the economy stood at just $0.132 billion. The nation's economic output has grown substantially over four decades, establishing itself as a modest but meaningful Caribbean economy. Current levels reflect the upper bound of the country's historical economic capacity. The period from 2020 to 2026 reveals a strong recovery trajectory. A sharp contraction to $1.412 billion in 2020 marked the pandemic's impact, yet subsequent years demonstrated consistent expansion, with GDP climbing $1.044 billion over five years. Annual growth has accelerated recently, gaining momentum from 2023 onward. The sustained upward trend through 2026 suggests the economy has stabilized at elevated levels, positioning Antigua and Barbuda on a foundation for continued modest advancement.