The United Arab Emirates has secured the top position globally in the “U.S. News & World Report” ranking of the most economically stable countries, surpassing major economic powers and maintaining the lead since 2024, after ranking second in 2023.
This impressive ranking for the UAE is attributed to several factors, including low manufacturing costs, a favorable tax environment, a lack of corruption, and transparency in government practices, which have enabled it to outperform leading global economies.
Switzerland follows in second place with a GDP of $885 billion and a population of 8.85 million, translating to a per capita income of $92,000 annually. Germany, the most populous country in the European Union, ranks third globally in economic stability, boasting a GDP of $4.46 trillion, a population of 84.5 million, and a per capita GDP of approximately $70,000 per year.
Canada holds the fourth spot in the economic ranking, with a GDP of $2.14 trillion and a per capita income of about $62,000, serving a population of 40 million. Japan rounds out the top five with a GDP of $4.21 trillion and more than $50,000 in annual income per capita, with a population of 125 million.
Australia ranks sixth in economic stability and fifth overall, with a GDP of $1.72 trillion and a population of 26.6 million. Sweden is in seventh place economically, with a GDP of $593 billion and a population of 10.5 million, resulting in a per capita income of $70,000. Denmark follows in eighth place with a GDP of $404 billion, a population of 5.95 million, and a per capita income of approximately $77,000 annually. The Netherlands takes the ninth position, having a GDP of $1.12 trillion and a population of 17.9 million.