Global Economic Freedom Index Rankings, 1995 to 2024

This chart highlights the countries with the highest government spending as a percentage of their GDP in 2023. Tuvalu ranks at the top with government expenditure exceeding its GDP, followed by Nauru and Kiribati. The chart provides insights into nations with significant fiscal activity relative to their economic size.

The chart highlights the countries with the highest military spending as a percentage of their GDP in 2023. Ukraine leads the list, allocating an astounding 36.54% of its GDP to military expenses, followed by South Sudan with 14.75%. Other notable entries include Algeria, Saudi Arabia, and Armenia, all of which exceed 5% of their GDP in military expenditure. The data reflects geopolitical tensions and economic priorities across these nations.

This chart highlights the top countries by military expenditure in 2023. The United States leads with a staggering $916 billion, followed by China at $296 billion and Russia at $109 billion. These numbers underline significant global investment in defense across key nations.

The chart showcases the gross national savings as a percentage of GDP for various countries in 2024. Qatar leads the list with a savings rate of 57.98%, followed by Kuwait at 51.55%, and Suriname at 49.99%. These savings rates reflect the economic structure and financial policies of these nations, particularly those with significant resource-driven economies.

The chart displays the total wealth of the top 10 countries, with the United States leading at $139.87 trillion, followed by China at $84.49 trillion, and Japan at $22.58 trillion. Other nations in the top 10 include Germany, the United Kingdom, France, India, Canada, Italy, and South Korea.

The chart highlights the top internet companies by net profit over the period from Q4 2023 to Q3 2024. Alphabet (Google) leads the list with an impressive $112.2 billion, followed by Meta Platforms and Amazon. Chinese companies Tencent, Alibaba, and Pinduoduo also feature prominently, demonstrating the global landscape of profitable internet businesses.

The chart highlights the leading internet companies globally by market capitalization as of December 2024. Alphabet (Google) leads with a market cap of $2.408 trillion, followed closely by Amazon at $2.408 trillion. The list features other tech giants like Meta Platforms, Tencent, and Netflix, showcasing a mix of American and Chinese firms dominating the top positions.

The chart highlights the rankings of countries based on adult wealth per capita in 2022. Switzerland leads with an average wealth per adult of $685,226, followed by Luxembourg and the United States. The top 10 list includes countries with advanced economies and significant financial sectors.

In 2023, the United States led global service exports with $1,026.6 billion, followed by the United Kingdom at $584.2 billion and Germany at $439.9 billion. Ireland and France also featured prominently, with exports of $397.5 billion and $369.9 billion, respectively. Notably, India and China secured positions in the top ten, highlighting their growing influence in the global services market.

The chart highlights the ranking of countries based on their stock market capitalization. The United States leads the list with a massive $54 trillion, followed by China at $12 trillion and the United Kingdom at $10 trillion. The data reflects the distribution of financial market size among global economies, emphasizing their relative influence in the global stock market.

This chart illustrates the top 10 countries where the average price of 1 liter of regular milk is highest. Hong Kong leads with $3.19 per liter, followed by Taiwan at $2.99 and Cuba at $2.86. Other countries in the top 10 include Singapore, Nigeria, Canada, Qatar, South Korea, Norway, and El Salvador.

The chart highlights the top East Asian companies by market capitalization as of November 2024, spanning Taiwan, China, South Korea, and Japan. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) leads the list with a valuation of $1.034 trillion, followed by Tencent and ICBC. Chinese firms dominate the top rankings, with significant representation from South Korea and Japan.

The chart highlights the top automotive companies ranked by their revenue from Q4 2023 to Q3 2024. Volkswagen leads with $354.8 billion, followed by Toyota with $308.5 billion. Companies like Ford, General Motors, and BMW round out the top five, showcasing a competitive global industry.

This chart ranks major global automotive companies by market capitalization as of November 2024. Tesla continues to lead with a market cap exceeding $1 trillion, followed by Toyota at $228.1 billion. Chinese companies like BYD and Xiaomi hold significant positions, reflecting their growing impact on the automotive sector. European and American brands such as Ferrari, Porsche, and General Motors also rank within the top ten, showcasing the global diversity in the industry.

This chart shows the ranking of Asian countries based on their average monthly pre-tax salaries. Leading the list is Singapore, where employees earn an average monthly pre-tax salary of $5,460, followed by Qatar and Israel at $4,533 and $3,695, respectively. The data illustrates a wide salary range across the region, with Southeast Asian nations like Indonesia displaying significantly lower average pre-tax incomes compared to East Asia and the Gulf countries.

This chart ranks countries by GDP per hour worked, highlighting economic productivity per labor hour across nations. Luxembourg and Ireland lead the list with GDP per hour over $140, showcasing high productivity. Other high-ranking countries include Norway, the Netherlands, and Denmark. Meanwhile, Indonesia appears lower on the list, indicating lower economic output per labor hour.