Nepal GDP Growth Rate — 2026 Data, Trend & Forecast
Nepal's GDP growth rate was 4.43% in December 2025, up from 3.68% the previous year. A year earlier it stood at 3.68%.
Nepal's GDP growth rate stands at 4.43% as of December 2025. Over the latest readings, the GDP growth rate has moved within a band of -2.98% to 9.68%. The most recent figure of 4.43% is up from 3.68% a year earlier, and is 0.75% higher than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 214 economies tracked on this platform, Nepal ranks #74 on GDP growth rate by latest value. It rose from 3.68% in the previous year, and compares with a year-earlier 3.68%.
What's driving it
Growth reflects household spending, investment, government outlays and net exports, and is sensitive to interest rates, global demand and confidence.
Recent readings
| Period | GDP growth rate |
|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 4.43% |
| Dec 2024 | 3.68% |
| Dec 2023 | 1.98% |
| Dec 2022 | 5.63% |
| Dec 2021 | 4.84% |
| Dec 2020 | -2.37% |
| Dec 2019 | 6.66% |
| Dec 2018 | 7.62% |
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
What Is the GDP Growth Rate of Nepal in 2026?
Nepal's GDP growth rate was 4.43% in December 2025, up from 3.68% the previous year. A year earlier it stood at 3.68%.
Is the GDP growth rate rising or falling in Nepal?
It rose in the latest reading — 4.43% in December 2025 versus 3.68% a year earlier. Year on year it is higher.
What is GDP growth rate?
It measures how fast the economy is expanding, measured as the annual change in gross domestic product.