China GDP — 2026 Economy Size, Data & Ranking
China's GDP was $18.74 trillion in December 2024, up from $18.27 trillion the previous year. A year earlier it stood at $18.27 trillion.
China's GDP stands at $18.74 trillion as of December 2024. The GDP currently sits at $18.74 trillion (up from $18.27 trillion in the prior year). Across the tracked window it has ranged between $47.3 billion and $18.74 trillion, and is $473.4 billion higher than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 214 economies tracked on this platform, China ranks #2 on GDP by latest value. It rose from $18.27 trillion in the previous year, and compares with a year-earlier $18.27 trillion.
What's driving it
The size of the economy reflects population, productivity and prices, and grows with investment, trade and technological gains.
Recent readings
| Period | GDP |
|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | $18.74 trillion |
| Dec 2023 | $18.27 trillion |
| Dec 2022 | $18.32 trillion |
| Dec 2021 | $18.20 trillion |
| Dec 2020 | $15.00 trillion |
| Dec 2019 | $14.56 trillion |
| Dec 2018 | $14.15 trillion |
| Dec 2017 | $12.54 trillion |
Data: The World Bank — World Development Indicators (CC BY 4.0) Figures carry an effective date; confirm with the source before relying on them.
Frequently asked questions
How Big Is the Economy of China in 2026?
China's GDP was $18.74 trillion in December 2024, up from $18.27 trillion the previous year. A year earlier it stood at $18.27 trillion.
Is the GDP rising or falling in China?
It rose in the latest reading — $18.74 trillion in December 2024 versus $18.27 trillion a year earlier. Year on year it is higher.
What is GDP?
It measures the total value of all goods and services produced, the headline measure of economy size.