The essential economic performance of a country is reflected by the gross domestic product, the total of all goods and services sold. Worldwide gross domestic product in 2022 was at about 12,703 USD per capita. GDP in Nepal, on the other hand, reached USD 1,337 per capita, or 40.83 billion USD for the whole country. Nepal is therefore currently ranked 100 of the major economies.
Inflation in Nepal in 2022 was around 7.65%. Within the EU, the average in the same year was 8.83 percent. In the United States, it was most recently 8.00%.
The index for perceived corruption in the public sector is 34, which is below average by global standards.
Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic
Overall, the gross domestic product in Nepal in 2020 decreased moderatly from 34.19 billion US dollars to 33.43 billion US dollars. Certainly, there have been shifts in some sectors of the economy, but a drop of 2.2 percent is still comparatively good this year. Numerous countries suffered more substantial losses. The tourism sector alone slumped by around 70 percent. The unemployment rate rose from 10.6 to 13.1 percent. The country's gross debt increased by 22.0 percent. The inflation rate fell from 5.6 percent previously to 5.1 percent by the end of 2020.
There was already a recovery in 2021 and gross domestic product rose to 36.92 billion (=108.0% of 2019).
Income and purchasing power
The average monthly income in Nepal is 112 per capita. In the USA, the figure is 6,398 . However, the prices of consumer goods are also around 73.5 percent lower than in the USA. If you compare income and price levels, the result is a more expensive life in Nepal than in the United States. The bottom line is that the costs do not offset the lower income, and you get about 93.4 percent less.
However, it is also important to remember that this is a purely statistical model. Both the labor output and the type and quality of the goods received always correspond to the national average on both sides of the equation - so they do not necessarily have to match. Here you can also find an international comparison of cost of living and purchasing power.
Economic performance 2022
Indicator | Nepal Total | Nepal per capita | EU Total | EU per capita |
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GDP | 40.83 bn USD | 1,336.55 USD | 16.746 tn USD | 32,558.54 USD |
Gross national product | 40.94 bn USD | 1,340.20 USD | 17.950 tn USD | 34,898.47 USD |
In the Global Innovation Index, Nepal ranked 111st in 2022 with 17.6 points. The index is calculated annually by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and most recently included 132 countries. The top country was Switzerland with 64.6 points.
Development of gross domestic product in billions of USD 1960 - 2022
Largest industries
- Tourism
- Carpets
- Textiles
- Rice
- Jute
- Sugar and oilseed mills
- Cigarettes
- Cement and brick production
Imports and Exports 2022
Indicator | Nepal Total | Nepal per capita | EU Total | EU per capita |
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Imports | 15.46 bn USD | 506.18 USD | 9.114 tn USD | 17,719.26 USD |
Exports | 2.73 bn USD | 89.46 USD | 9.446 tn USD | 18,365.45 USD |
Development of imports and exports in billions of USD 1976 - 2022
Exports
Imports
National debt in Nepal
The government debt of Nepal refers to the debt of the state proper, but not its federal states, municipalities and institutions.
The government debt in the period from 1991 to 2022 was between 1.7 billion and 17.9 billion USD. The highest level of the last years at 18 billion US Dollar was reached in 2022.
Based on the number of inhabitants, this is a debt of 586 USD per person. For comparison, the average debt per person in the same year in the European Union was 29,765 USD.
Public debt of the last 31 years in billions of USD
Year | Nepal total | % of GDP | per capita | EU per capita |
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1991 | 1.80 bn USD | 45.90% | 93 USD | 6,198 USD |
1992 | 1.71 bn USD | 50.20% | 86 USD | 7,328 USD |
1995 | 2.29 bn USD | 52.13% | 106 USD | 12,276 USD |
1996 | 2.27 bn USD | 50.29% | 103 USD | 13,038 USD |
1997 | 2.32 bn USD | 47.19% | 103 USD | 11,925 USD |
1998 | 2.50 bn USD | 51.38% | 108 USD | 11,978 USD |
1999 | 2.81 bn USD | 55.79% | 119 USD | 11,204 USD |
2000 | 2.79 bn USD | 50.79% | 117 USD | 9,179 USD |
2001 | 3.05 bn USD | 50.77% | 125 USD | 9,107 USD |
2002 | 3.14 bn USD | 51.82% | 127 USD | 10,043 USD |
2003 | 3.35 bn USD | 52.98% | 134 USD | 12,360 USD |
2004 | 3.73 bn USD | 51.33% | 147 USD | 14,060 USD |
2005 | 3.67 bn USD | 45.14% | 143 USD | 14,658 USD |
2006 | 3.88 bn USD | 42.87% | 149 USD | 15,096 USD |
2007 | 3.91 bn USD | 37.89% | 148 USD | 16,761 USD |
2008 | 4.61 bn USD | 36.76% | 173 USD | 19,366 USD |
2009 | 5.07 bn USD | 39.47% | 189 USD | 20,195 USD |
2010 | 5.66 bn USD | 35.40% | 210 USD | 21,514 USD |
2011 | 7.01 bn USD | 32.43% | 259 USD | 24,303 USD |
2012 | 7.49 bn USD | 34.51% | 278 USD | 23,886 USD |
2013 | 7.07 bn USD | 31.90% | 263 USD | 26,112 USD |
2014 | 6.26 bn USD | 27.55% | 233 USD | 26,890 USD |
2015 | 6.27 bn USD | 25.73% | 227 USD | 22,903 USD |
2016 | 6.12 bn USD | 24.96% | 220 USD | 23,493 USD |
2017 | 7.24 bn USD | 24.99% | 257 USD | 24,484 USD |
2018 | 10.29 bn USD | 31.09% | 361 USD | 26,233 USD |
2019 | 11.63 bn USD | 34.03% | 403 USD | 25,184 USD |
2020 | 14.48 bn USD | 43.31% | 493 USD | 28,960 USD |
2021 | 16.26 bn USD | 44.05% | 542 USD | 31,946 USD |
2022 | 17.90 bn USD | 43.83% | 586 USD | 29,765 USD |
Comparison of gross debt per capita with the European Union in U.S. dollars
European Union
Nepal
Unemployment rates in percentages 1991 - 2022
The unemployment rates according to the ILOSTAT estimates used here do not always correspond to the official government figures. Instead, they are based on a harmonized procedure to compensate for different unemployment criteria and make them comparable across countries. Further information and an international comparison can be found here.
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Now, let's delve into the information presented in the article:
Gross Domestic Product (GDP):
- The worldwide GDP in 2022 was approximately $12,703 USD per capita.
- Nepal's GDP reached $1,337 per capita, totaling $40.83 billion for the entire country.
- Nepal is ranked 100th among major economies.
Inflation:
- In 2022, Nepal's inflation was around 7.65%, while the EU averaged 8.83%, and the United States was at 8.00%.
Corruption Index:
- Nepal's perceived corruption in the public sector is measured at 34, below the global average.
Impact of COVID-19:
- In 2020, Nepal's GDP decreased moderately by 2.2%, reaching $33.43 billion.
- The tourism sector suffered a significant decline of around 70%.
- Unemployment rose from 10.6% to 13.1%, and gross debt increased by 22.0%.
- However, there was a recovery in 2021, with GDP rising to $36.92 billion (108.0% of 2019).
Income and Purchasing Power:
- The average monthly income in Nepal is $112 per capita, significantly lower than the USA's $6,398.
- Consumer goods prices are around 73.5% lower in Nepal compared to the USA.
- When considering income and price levels, life in Nepal is more expensive, with about 93.4% less purchasing power.
Economic Performance 2022:
- Nepal's GDP is $40.83 billion, with a per capita GDP of $1,336.55.
- The EU's total GDP is $16.746 trillion, with a per capita GDP of $32,558.54.
Global Innovation Index:
- In 2022, Nepal ranked 111th with a score of 17.6 points, as per the World Intellectual Property Organization.
Imports and Exports 2022:
- Nepal's imports were $15.46 billion, with a per capita value of $506.18.
- Exports amounted to $2.73 billion, with a per capita value of $89.46.
National Debt:
- Nepal's government debt reached $18 billion in 2022, equating to $586 per person.
- In comparison, the EU's average debt per person in the same year was $29,765.
This comprehensive overview provides a snapshot of Nepal's economic landscape, touching upon key indicators that shape its financial dynamics and global standing. If you have any specific questions or need further analysis on a particular aspect, feel free to ask.