Kuwait GDP — 2026 Economy Size, Data & Ranking
Kuwait's GDP was $157.2 billion in December 2025, down from $160.9 billion the previous year. A year earlier it stood at $160.9 billion.
Kuwait's GDP stands at $157.2 billion as of December 2025. Over the latest readings, the GDP has moved within a band of $1.8 billion to $183.5 billion. The most recent figure of $157.2 billion is down from $160.9 billion a year earlier, and is $3.7 billion lower than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 214 economies tracked on this platform, Kuwait ranks #59 on GDP by latest value. It fell from $160.9 billion in the previous year, and compares with a year-earlier $160.9 billion.
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 2025 | $157.2 billion |
| Dec 2024 | $160.9 billion |
| Dec 2023 | $165.5 billion |
| Dec 2022 | $183.5 billion |
| Dec 2021 | $148.4 billion |
| Dec 2020 | $111.0 billion |
| Dec 2019 | $140.9 billion |
| Dec 2018 | $138.6 billion |
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 Kuwait in 2026?
Kuwait's GDP was $157.2 billion in December 2025, down from $160.9 billion the previous year. A year earlier it stood at $160.9 billion.
Is the GDP rising or falling in Kuwait?
It fell in the latest reading — $157.2 billion in December 2025 versus $160.9 billion a year earlier. Year on year it is lower.
What is GDP?
It measures the total value of all goods and services produced, the headline measure of economy size.