Congo GDP (2026)
LiveThe Republic of the Congo has a resource-based economy where oil production, forestry, mining, agriculture, and services contribute to national output. Energy exports remain the primary driver of government revenue, while economic diversification efforts continue to expand. This page presents Congo GDP statistics, historical developments, and the country's economic outlook for 2026.
Congo GDP Growth (1980โ2026)
Annual real GDP growth rate (%)
Historical Highlights
1980โ2026 GDP performance summary
Share of World GDP (2026)
Key Findings
Congo's GDP in 2026 is $17.03B.
It ranks #147 among 218 countries.
Congo contributes 0.01% to the world economy.
GDP per capita is $2,554 in 2026.
The economy recorded GDP growth of 2.80% in 2026.
Congo GDP Historical Data (1980โ2026)
| 2026 | $17,028,000,000 | 2.80% | $2,554 | 0.01% | #146 |
| 2025 | $15,592,000,000 | 2.40% | $2,404 | 0.01% | #145 |
| 2024 | $14,774,000,000 | 2.10% | $2,342 | 0.01% | #144 |
| 2023 | $14,169,000,000 | 2.00% | $2,309 | 0.01% | #146 |
| 2022 | $13,967,000,000 | 1.80% | $2,339 | 0.01% | #142 |
| 2021 | $13,387,000,000 | 1.10% | $2,294 | 0.01% | #142 |
| 2020 | $11,485,000,000 | -6.30% | $2,014 | 0.01% | #143 |
| 2019 | $13,977,000,000 | 1.10% | $2,509 | 0.02% | #136 |
| 2018 | $14,781,000,000 | -2.30% | $2,716 | 0.02% | #132 |
| 2017 | $11,830,000,000 | -5.60% | $2,227 | 0.01% | #140 |
| 2016 | $10,928,000,000 | -5.00% | $2,107 | 0.01% | #140 |
| 2015 | $11,891,000,000 | -3.60% | $2,348 | 0.02% | #134 |
| 2014 | $17,918,000,000 | 6.70% | $3,623 | 0.02% | #123 |
| 2013 | $17,959,000,000 | -0.70% | $3,720 | 0.02% | #119 |
| 2012 | $17,704,000,000 | 9.90% | $3,756 | 0.02% | #118 |
| 2011 | $15,653,000,000 | 2.20% | $3,414 | 0.02% | #123 |
| 2010 | $13,159,000,000 | 9.90% | $2,965 | 0.02% | #124 |
| 2009 | $9,713,000,000 | 11.60% | $2,281 | 0.02% | #132 |
| 2008 | $11,649,000,000 | 6.30% | $2,848 | 0.02% | #126 |
| 2007 | $8,784,000,000 | -6.60% | $2,220 | 0.01% | #132 |
| 2006 | $8,073,000,000 | 8.00% | $2,117 | 0.02% | #128 |
| 2005 | $6,654,000,000 | 9.20% | $1,812 | 0.01% | #131 |
| 2004 | $5,101,000,000 | -0.20% | $1,440 | 0.01% | #140 |
| 2003 | $3,863,000,000 | 0.50% | $1,128 | 0.01% | #144 |
| 2002 | $3,330,000,000 | 1.00% | $1,000 | 0.01% | #145 |
| 2001 | $3,038,000,000 | -4.80% | $934 | 0.01% | #143 |
| 2000 | $3,624,000,000 | 11.80% | $1,156 | 0.01% | #132 |
| 1999 | $2,646,000,000 | -3.70% | $877 | 0.01% | #142 |
| 1998 | $2,240,000,000 | 8.90% | $763 | 0.01% | #146 |
| 1997 | $2,568,000,000 | -1.00% | $893 | 0.01% | #140 |
| 1996 | $2,840,000,000 | 3.50% | $1,008 | 0.01% | #138 |
| 1995 | $2,457,000,000 | 4.00% | $896 | 0.01% | #137 |
| 1994 | $2,068,000,000 | -1.40% | $775 | 0.01% | #136 |
| 1993 | $3,004,000,000 | 1.30% | $1,158 | 0.01% | #123 |
| 1992 | $3,280,000,000 | 4.20% | $1,301 | 0.01% | #118 |
| 1991 | $3,035,000,000 | 3.40% | $1,238 | 0.01% | #111 |
| 1990 | $2,909,000,000 | 1.00% | $1,220 | 0.01% | #110 |
| 1989 | $2,478,000,000 | 21.30% | $1,071 | 0.01% | #112 |
| 1988 | $2,346,000,000 | 21.90% | $1,077 | 0.01% | #113 |
| 1987 | $2,205,000,000 | 2.30% | $1,044 | 0.01% | #115 |
| 1986 | $1,815,000,000 | 2.30% | $886 | 0.01% | #116 |
| 1985 | $1,327,000,000 | 2.40% | $668 | 0.01% | #119 |
| 1984 | $1,294,000,000 | 2.40% | $671 | 0.01% | #117 |
| 1983 | $1,407,000,000 | 2.40% | $752 | 0.01% | #114 |
| 1982 | $1,548,000,000 | 2.40% | $853 | 0.01% | #112 |
| 1981 | $1,775,000,000 | 2.60% | $1,009 | 0.02% | #111 |
| 1980 | $2,165,000,000 | 12.70% | $1,268 | 0.02% | #109 |
Congo GDP Projections (IMF)
i| Year | GDP Nominal (Current USD) | GDP Growth Rate (%) | GDP Per Capita (USD) | World Share (%) | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $17,958,000,000 | 3.20% | $2,620 | 0.01% | #138 |
| 2028 | $19,119,000,000 | 3.70% | $2,713 | 0.01% | #138 |
| 2029 | $20,405,000,000 | 3.70% | $2,817 | 0.01% | #137 |
| 2030 | $21,721,000,000 | 3.60% | $2,917 | 0.01% | #137 |
| 2031 | $23,214,000,000 | 3.60% | $3,033 | 0.01% | #137 |
Congo Economy Overview
The Republic of the Congo has a resource-based economy where oil production dominates exports, government revenue, and industrial activity. Forestry, mining, agriculture, and transportation provide additional sources of income, while timber exports remain an important contributor to foreign earnings.
Agriculture produces cassava, bananas, sugar, coffee, and cocoa, supporting rural employment. Construction, telecommunications, banking, retail, and public services continue to expand as infrastructure investment gradually improves economic connectivity.
Congo GDP Outlook
The Republic of the Congoโs outlook will continue to depend heavily on oil production, international energy prices, and fiscal management. Natural gas, mining, forestry, agriculture, and regional logistics could support economic diversification. Investment in electricity, roads, ports, and local processing may strengthen private-sector activity. Public debt, governance concerns, oil-price volatility, limited employment creation, infrastructure gaps, and dependence on state spending remain significant constraints.
Data & Methodology
How the figures on this page are compiled
- Primary Sources
- IMF, World Bank, United Nations and OECD
- Historical Coverage
- 1980โ2031
- GDP Measurement
- Nominal gross domestic product in current U.S. dollars
- Update Schedule
- Updated annually using the latest available projections
- Population Data
- United Nations World Population Prospects
Frequently Asked Questions
Congo's nominal GDP in 2026 is approximately $17,028,000,000, measured in current US dollars.
Congo's GDP growth rate in 2026 is 2.80%.
GDP per capita in Congo is approximately $2,554 in 2026.
Congo ranks #147 globally by nominal GDP in 2026.
GDP is commonly calculated as household consumption plus investment, government spending, and net exports.
Sources
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