India in Top 10 Fast Growing Economies in 2025 – Full List Here
India’s economic rise over the past decade has been nothing short of transformational. From being the world’s 10th largest economy in 2014, it has climbed to the 5th largest by 2025, with projections indicating it could surpass Japan and Germany by the early 2030s. This year’s 6.5% GDP growth builds on last year’s strong 6.3%, marking consistent upward momentum.
Major drivers include a booming digital economy, manufacturing under the “Make in India” initiative, surging infrastructure investment, and record-high FDI inflows. India is also benefiting from global supply chain diversification, positioning itself as a reliable alternative to China.
1. South Sudan
GDP Growth: +27.2% | 2024: -26.4%
Key Sectors: Oil, infrastructure rebuilding, agriculture
Peace deals and renewed oil operations are helping reverse years of contraction, making it the fastest rebound economy of 2025.
2. Guyana
GDP Growth: +19% | 2024: +33%
Key Sectors: Offshore oil, construction, logistics
Though growth has slowed slightly, Guyana’s oil production continues to attract FDI and fuel massive economic expansion.
3. Libya
GDP Growth: +13.7% | 2024: +10.6%
Key Sectors: Crude oil, construction, government services
Oil exports and improving internal stability are boosting state revenue and restoring critical sectors.
4. Kyrgyzstan
GDP Growth: +9% | 2024: +6.2%
Key Sectors: Mining (gold), hydropower, remittances
Gold prices, regional trade, and investments in renewables are lifting Kyrgyzstan’s economy above expectations.
5. Senegal
GDP Growth: +9.3% | 2024: +4.5%
Key Sectors: Natural gas, tourism, ICT
With major gas projects coming online, Senegal is positioning itself as a rising energy exporter and West African innovation hub.
6. Palau
GDP Growth: +8.5% | 2024: +5.8%
Key Sectors: Tourism, construction, public investment
This Pacific island nation’s recovery is driven by surging tourism, foreign development assistance, and island sustainability programs.
7. Uzbekistan
GDP Growth: +6.7% | 2024: +5.6%
Key Sectors: Gold, textiles, tech outsourcing
Economic reforms and modernization efforts are bearing fruit, drawing in more investment and diversifying exports.
8. India
GDP Growth: +6.5% | 2024: +6.3%
Key Sectors: IT services, digital payments, manufacturing, green energy
A globally competitive digital economy, surging consumption, and rapid infrastructure growth have cemented India’s place in the top 10.
9. Kazakhstan
GDP Growth: +5.6% | 2024: +3.1%
Key Sectors: Oil, chemicals, logistics
Increased energy exports and transport corridors via the Belt and Road Initiative are accelerating growth.
10. Armenia
GDP Growth: +4.5% | 2024: +5.9%
Key Sectors: IT, mining, agriculture
Armenia remains stable in the rankings due to growing IT exports and a diversified services economy, despite a slight slowdown.
