Top economies with manufacturing as the highest share of GDP
Manufacturing is a critical component of economic development, contributing significantly to GDP and employment.
Some economies have leveraged manufacturing sectors to drive economic growth, create jobs, and enhance global competitiveness.
According to data from Our World in Data, here are the top 5 economies where manufacturing holds the highest share of GDP:
- Puerto Rico: Leading the world, Puerto Rico's manufacturing sector contributes 43% to its GDP.
- Ireland: With a strong focus on medical technology and engineering Ireland's manufacturing sector accounts for 38% of its GDP.
- Algeria: Known for food processing and textiles, Algeria's manufacturing contributes around 34.8% to its GDP.
- Suriname: Suriname's primary manufacturing activities include processing bauxite and gold, which are major exports and comprise about 29% of its GDP.
- Eswatini: Eswatini's diverse manufacturing sector, from textiles to food processing, contributes approximately 27.9% to its GDP.
