5 Countries With Lowest Rate of Economic Growth in 5 Years

In this article, we look at the 5 countries with the lowest rate of economic growth in 5 years. You can see how we ranked these countries and also read more about the global economic dynamics in our article, 20 Countries With Lowest Rate of Economic Growth in 5 Years.

5. Palau

Average Real GDP Growth (2018-2022): -4.42%

Palau is a country in Oceania comprising more than 500 islands. It ranks fifth on our list of countries with the lowest rate of economic growth. Over the last five years, the economy shrank at an average of 4.42% each year, peaking in 2021 with a real GDP of -12.1%. The country is famous for its beaches, pristine dive sites, and stunning scenery.