Manufacturing Output (US$) 2017
Manufacturing output in US dollars measures a country's industrial production strength. Indicates economic growth and industrial capacity.
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Rank | Actions | ||
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1 | China | 3,460,348,237,641.4 USD | |
2 | United States | 2,192,925,367,000 USD | |
3 | Japan | 1,014,898,069,078.7 USD | |
4 | Germany | 756,559,910,375.295 USD | |
5 | South Korea | 479,406,469,031.675 USD | |
6 | India | 398,204,735,179.971 USD | |
7 | Italy | 291,997,279,259.295 USD | |
8 | France | 259,147,054,392.471 USD | |
9 | United Kingdom | 244,063,533,969.927 USD | |
10 | Mexico | 240,071,149,382.636 USD | |
11 | Brazil | 221,239,717,220.308 USD | |
12 | Indonesia | 204,748,965,929.525 USD | |
13 | Russia | 193,827,580,081.388 USD | |
14 | Canada | 164,963,469,176.005 USD | |
15 | Turkey | 151,818,837,580.757 USD | |
16 | Spain | 146,907,129,231.765 USD | |
17 | Switzerland | 130,253,460,389.462 USD | |
18 | Thailand | 123,283,951,109.804 USD | |
19 | Ireland | 112,028,795,656.592 USD | |
20 | Saudi Arabia | 99,483,466,666.667 USD | |
21 | Netherlands | 89,488,824,075.294 USD | |
22 | Poland | 89,217,594,744.893 USD | |
23 | Argentina | 82,610,787,771.588 USD | |
24 | Australia | 75,023,247,500.47 USD | |
25 | Austria | 72,374,342,908.521 USD | |
26 | Iran | 72,123,685,599.418 USD | |
27 | Sweden | 71,445,425,525.994 USD | |
28 | Malaysia | 69,713,195,228.117 USD | |
29 | Philippines | 64,054,407,390.962 USD | |
30 | Singapore | 63,712,149,465.033 USD | |
31 | Vietnam | 63,662,229,234.595 USD | |
32 | Belgium | 62,342,246,500.353 USD | |
33 | Bangladesh | 58,966,969,324.434 USD | |
34 | Czech Republic | 51,363,872,292.49 USD | |
35 | Puerto Rico | 48,966,063,360.917 USD | |
36 | South Africa | 47,729,563,002.802 USD | |
37 | Denmark | 43,157,621,198.042 USD | |
38 | Romania | 41,673,863,884.247 USD | |
39 | Egypt | 41,212,127,717.391 USD | |
40 | Israel | 41,105,021,445.477 USD | |
41 | Finland | 39,027,095,603.53 USD | |
42 | Pakistan | 38,328,006,733.96 USD | |
43 | United Arab Emirates | 36,847,613,695.681 USD | |
44 | Colombia | 35,582,742,924.792 USD | |
45 | Nigeria | 32,847,667,356.418 USD | |
46 | Portugal | 27,455,322,829.514 USD | |
47 | Hungary | 27,381,866,877.202 USD | |
48 | Peru | 27,369,522,599.071 USD | |
49 | Norway | 26,476,888,978.44 USD | |
50 | Chile | 25,298,063,753.635 USD | |
51 | New Zealand | 21,069,222,980.774 USD | |
52 | Kazakhstan | 18,815,954,758.522 USD | |
53 | Morocco | 17,300,044,841.115 USD | |
54 | Slovakia | 16,431,326,809.564 USD | |
55 | Greece | 16,065,981,139.006 USD | |
56 | Myanmar | 15,914,842,919.681 USD | |
57 | Ecuador | 14,554,047,000 USD | |
58 | Sri Lanka | 14,052,819,352.195 USD | |
59 | Algeria | 13,926,944,060.645 USD | |
60 | Ukraine | 13,428,781,100.867 USD | |
61 | Cuba | 13,075,300,000 USD | |
62 | Qatar | 12,963,920,714.286 USD | |
63 | Belarus | 11,836,621,053.623 USD | |
64 | Guatemala | 10,132,157,602.288 USD | |
65 | Slovenia | 9,939,216,281.201 USD | |
66 | Dominican Republic | 9,722,541,886.439 USD | |
67 | Kuwait | 9,053,347,618.263 USD | |
68 | Serbia | 8,135,587,935.469 USD | |
69 | Lithuania | 7,981,039,356.4 USD | |
70 | Paraguay | 7,586,021,831.954 USD | |
71 | Jordan | 7,577,345,633.803 USD | |
72 | Kenya | 7,169,286,956.325 USD | |
73 | Croatia | 7,169,074,244.993 USD | |
74 | Zimbabwe | 7,158,764,940.239 USD | |
75 | Costa Rica | 7,069,625,477.714 USD | |
76 | Oman | 6,868,920,676.203 USD | |
77 | Cambodia | 6,797,340,601.584 USD | |
78 | Bahrain | 6,765,505,319.149 USD | |
79 | Uruguay | 6,678,235,587.452 USD | |
80 | Ghana | 6,130,461,480.911 USD | |
81 | Tunisia | 5,987,662,357.792 USD | |
82 | Côte d'Ivoire | 5,925,292,352.151 USD | |
83 | Bolivia | 5,313,110,824.891 USD | |
84 | Congo, Democratic Republic of the | 5,188,427,899.01 USD | |
85 | Cameroon | 4,950,174,091.664 USD | |
86 | Angola | 4,905,693,542.535 USD | |
87 | Uganda | 4,772,463,471.741 USD | |
88 | Ethiopia | 4,724,455,325 USD | |
89 | Lebanon | 4,394,876,670.448 USD | |
90 | Tanzania | 4,083,832,705.449 USD | |
91 | Iraq | 4,070,858,445.946 USD | |
92 | El Salvador | 4,017,810,000 USD | |
93 | Honduras | 3,962,467,201.122 USD | |
94 | Trinidad and Tobago | 3,869,065,354.874 USD | |
95 | Panama | 3,814,837,400 USD | |
96 | Estonia | 3,664,671,050.615 USD | |
97 | China, Hong Kong SAR | 3,502,925,627.47 USD | |
98 | Senegal | 3,318,571,600.175 USD | |
99 | Latvia | 3,196,154,987.254 USD | |
100 | Equatorial Guinea | 3,141,807,961.416 USD | |
101 | Luxembourg | 3,138,350,331.135 USD | |
102 | Gabon | 2,630,936,789.764 USD | |
103 | Liechtenstein | 2,507,687,683.052 USD | |
104 | Haiti | 2,472,989,614.249 USD | |
105 | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 2,302,522,311.023 USD | |
106 | Iceland | 2,194,281,244.119 USD | |
107 | Zambia | 2,102,809,214.605 USD | |
108 | Uzbekistan | 1,993,128,759.525 USD | |
109 | Azerbaijan | 1,920,512,678.986 USD | |
110 | Libya | 1,884,963,625.145 USD | |
111 | Nicaragua | 1,880,744,519.781 USD | |
112 | State of Palestine | 1,879,800,000 USD | |
113 | Mauritius | 1,623,599,593.149 USD | |
114 | Namibia | 1,575,793,318.301 USD | |
115 | Mali | 1,512,216,985.336 USD | |
116 | Congo | 1,464,681,527.081 USD | |
117 | Burkina Faso | 1,447,287,059.007 USD | |
118 | Georgia | 1,444,817,221.628 USD | |
119 | North Macedonia | 1,424,976,627.837 USD | |
120 | Nepal | 1,406,765,909.787 USD | |
121 | Chad | 1,351,877,852.105 USD | |
122 | Eswatini | 1,278,359,213.468 USD | |
123 | Laos | 1,277,525,813.232 USD | |
124 | Armenia | 1,225,498,672.415 USD | |
125 | Benin | 1,221,907,960.426 USD | |
126 | Madagascar | 1,210,660,421.904 USD | |
127 | Kyrgyzstan | 1,154,734,246.762 USD | |
128 | Cyprus | 1,122,567,574.102 USD | |
129 | Jamaica | 1,107,697,474.508 USD | |
130 | Mozambique | 1,037,279,914.107 USD | |
131 | Guinea | 1,034,695,595.961 USD | |
132 | Malawi | 1,010,357,640.47 USD | |
133 | Botswana | 994,268,579.299 USD | |
134 | Tajikistan | 965,058,360.825 USD | |
135 | Republic of Moldova | 948,593,048.232 USD | |
136 | Malta | 938,493,934.165 USD | |
137 | Niger | 937,572,843.164 USD | |
138 | Kosovo | 918,050,093.914 USD | |
139 | Albania | 863,961,954.564 USD | |
140 | Suriname | 848,000,637.315 USD | |
141 | Togo | 830,988,359.302 USD | |
142 | Mongolia | 791,976,226.234 USD | |
143 | Rwanda | 710,420,639.859 USD | |
144 | Afghanistan | 662,076,240.5 USD | |
145 | Fiji | 559,230,432.416 USD | |
146 | New Caledonia | 514,071,927.356 USD | |
147 | Papua New Guinea | 442,422,073.841 USD | |
148 | San Marino | 437,984,057.237 USD | |
149 | Mauritania | 436,929,105.969 USD | |
150 | Sierra Leone | 384,582,131.706 USD | |
151 | Central African Republic | 382,150,039.589 USD | |
152 | Lesotho | 351,471,535.788 USD | |
153 | Burundi | 349,542,853.234 USD | |
154 | Barbados | 324,878,800 USD | |
155 | Bahamas | 324,600,000 USD | |
156 | China, Macao SAR | 288,437,541.934 USD | |
157 | French Polynesia | 277,734,972.373 USD | |
158 | Faroe Islands | 275,212,698.434 USD | |
159 | Curaçao | 266,414,748.603 USD | |
160 | Guyana | 227,404,358.354 USD | |
161 | Brunei Darussalam | 213,803,406.641 USD | |
162 | Bhutan | 179,047,206.31 USD | |
163 | Montenegro | 168,455,006.896 USD | |
164 | Solomon Islands | 151,916,869.839 USD | |
165 | Belize | 150,585,300 USD | |
166 | Isle of Man | 145,233,385.287 USD | |
167 | Guinea-Bissau | 119,655,889.646 USD | |
168 | Aruba | 115,463,687.151 USD | |
169 | Andorra | 112,471,057.929 USD | |
170 | Maldives | 105,200,913.838 USD | |
171 | Seychelles | 95,178,160.767 USD | |
172 | Cabo Verde | 93,865,989.343 USD | |
173 | Djibouti | 85,682,208.63 USD | |
174 | Comoros | 74,745,249.036 USD | |
175 | Greenland | 72,316,785.991 USD | |
176 | Gambia | 67,258,800.244 USD | |
177 | Saint Lucia | 60,011,111.111 USD | |
178 | Saint Kitts and Nevis | 56,985,185.185 USD | |
179 | Samoa | 54,790,172.613 USD | |
180 | Vanuatu | 45,501,410.66 USD | |
181 | Antigua and Barbuda | 45,429,629.63 USD | |
182 | Cayman Islands | 43,868,335.473 USD | |
183 | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | 41,807,407.407 USD | |
184 | Grenada | 34,677,777.778 USD | |
185 | Bermuda | 33,116,000 USD | |
186 | Sint Maarten (Dutch part) | 29,918,715.084 USD | |
187 | Tonga | 27,506,476.974 USD | |
188 | Timor-Leste | 24,759,300 USD | |
189 | Dominica | 19,762,962.963 USD | |
190 | Kiribati | 11,540,071.032 USD | |
191 | Marshall Islands | 8,841,700 USD | |
192 | Sao Tome and Principe | 7,059,956.306 USD | |
193 | Turks and Caicos Islands | 6,246,000 USD | |
194 | Palau | 2,834,200 USD | |
195 | Micronesia (Fed. States of) | 1,895,900 USD |
Analysis: These countries represent the highest values in this dataset, showcasing significant scale and impact on global statistics.
- #195
Micronesia (Fed. States of)
- #194
Palau
- #193
Turks and Caicos Islands
- #192
Sao Tome and Principe
- #191
Marshall Islands
- #190
Kiribati
- #189
Dominica
- #188
Timor-Leste
- #187
Tonga
- #186
Sint Maarten (Dutch part)
Context: These countries or territories have the lowest values, often due to geographic size, administrative status, or specific characteristics.
Analysis & Context
In 2017, China led the world in Manufacturing Output (US$) with a staggering value of USD 3,460,348,237,641.40, while the global range spanned from USD 1,895,900.00 to this peak. The average manufacturing output across 195 countries was USD 66,371,859,665.25, providing a benchmark for evaluating industrial strength globally.
Global Leaders in Manufacturing Output
The dominance of China and the United States in manufacturing output is a reflection of their robust industrial bases and large consumer markets. China's output of over USD 3.46 trillion highlights its role as a global manufacturing hub, driven by extensive infrastructure, a vast labor force, and significant government support for industrial sectors. Meanwhile, the United States, with a manufacturing output of USD 2,192,925,367,000, showcases its advanced technological capabilities and diverse industrial sectors ranging from aerospace to automotive.
Other notable leaders include Japan and Germany, with outputs of USD 1,014,898,069,078.70 and USD 756,559,910,375.295 respectively. Japan's high-tech industries and Germany's engineering prowess underline their positions as industrial powerhouses. These countries benefit from strong export markets and innovation-driven economies.
Small Economies and Their Manufacturing Challenges
At the opposite end of the spectrum, countries like Micronesia (Fed. States of) and Palau reported minimal manufacturing outputs of USD 1,895,900 and USD 2,834,200 respectively. These figures highlight the challenges faced by smaller economies, which often lack the scale, infrastructure, and investment needed to develop significant manufacturing sectors. Geographic isolation, limited natural resources, and smaller populations further constrain their industrial capacities.
Such countries often rely more on agriculture, tourism, or external aid for economic sustenance rather than industrial production, which is reflected in their low manufacturing outputs.
Year-over-Year Trends and Economic Implications
The analysis of year-over-year changes in manufacturing output reveals significant economic dynamics. China experienced the largest absolute increase of USD 307,219,728,720.16 (9.7%), continuing its trajectory of rapid industrial growth fueled by domestic demand and export expansion. India also saw a substantial increase of USD 50,262,189,649.22 (14.4%), driven by economic reforms and a growing manufacturing sector.
Conversely, countries like Egypt and Uzbekistan faced notable declines, with reductions of USD 14,775,467,374.63 (-26.4%) and USD 11,753,619,035.81 (-85.5%) respectively. These decreases can often be attributed to political instability, economic sanctions, or structural economic challenges that inhibit industrial growth.
Economic Policies and Their Impact on Manufacturing
The variations in manufacturing output across countries can often be traced back to specific economic policies and strategic priorities. For instance, South Korea's manufacturing output increase of USD 44,934,880,190.67 (10.3%) is linked to its focus on technology-driven industries and export-oriented growth strategies. Similarly, Russia saw a significant rise of USD 44,440,013,480.83 (29.7%) as it capitalized on its natural resources and sought to diversify its industrial base.
In contrast, the decline in Japan's output by USD 8,592,433,997.01 (-0.8%) underscores challenges such as an aging workforce and competition from lower-cost manufacturing countries. Similarly, the United Kingdom faced a decrease of USD 3,113,729,542.99 (-1.3%) amidst uncertainties surrounding Brexit, which affected investor confidence and industrial investment.
Overall, these trends emphasize the critical role of strategic economic management and policy-making in shaping a country's manufacturing landscape and its global economic standing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Manufacturing Output (US$) in 2017
Which country had the highest manufacturing output in 2017?
China had the highest manufacturing output in 2017 with 3,460,348,237,641 USD.
What was the manufacturing output of the United States in 2017?
The United States had a manufacturing output of 2,192,925,367,000 USD in 2017, making it the second-highest in the world.
Which country had the lowest manufacturing output in 2017?
Micronesia (Fed. States of) had the lowest manufacturing output in 2017 with 1,895,900 USD.
What was the average manufacturing output per country in 2017?
The average manufacturing output per country in 2017 was 66,371,859,665 USD.
What was the median manufacturing output in 2017?
The median manufacturing output in 2017 was 3,318,571,600 USD.
How many countries are included in the 2017 manufacturing output dataset?
The 2017 manufacturing output dataset includes 195 countries.
Insights by country
Brazil
In 2017, Brazil ranked #11 globally in Manufacturing Output (US$) with a total of 221239717220.308 USD. This output places Brazil ahead of many of its regional neighbors, highlighting its significant industrial capacity in South America.
The country's diverse natural resources, coupled with a large domestic market and a well-established agricultural sector, drive its manufacturing capabilities. Additionally, government policies aimed at boosting industrial growth have further supported this robust output.
Rwanda
In 2017, Rwanda ranked #143 globally with a Manufacturing Output of 710420639.858605 USD. This output is significantly lower than many of its East African neighbors, reflecting the region's varying industrial capacities. Rwanda's manufacturing sector is influenced by its policies aimed at promoting economic growth, including investments in infrastructure and a focus on improving the business environment.
Uganda
In 2017, Uganda achieved a manufacturing output of 4,772,463,471.7411 USD, ranking #87 globally among 195 countries. This output is notably lower than regional peers, indicating a developing manufacturing sector compared to more industrialized neighbors. Key drivers of Uganda's manufacturing output include its agricultural base, which provides raw materials, and ongoing government efforts to promote industrialization through policy reforms.
Zimbabwe
In 2017, Zimbabwe ranked #74 globally with a Manufacturing Output of 7158764940.23904 USD. This output is significantly lower than regional leaders like South Africa, which has a much more developed industrial sector. Key drivers of Zimbabwe's manufacturing landscape include its historical reliance on agriculture and mining, coupled with ongoing economic challenges and policy instability that have hindered industrial growth.
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan ranked #109 globally in Manufacturing Output (US$) with a total of 1920512678.98591 USD in 2017. This output is notably lower than that of regional neighbors, reflecting a reliance on oil and gas rather than diversified manufacturing sectors. The country's manufacturing landscape is influenced by its strategic location along trade routes and government initiatives aimed at economic diversification beyond hydrocarbons.
South Africa
In 2017, South Africa ranked #36 globally in Manufacturing Output (US$) with a total of 47729563002.8018 USD. This figure places South Africa behind regional leaders like Nigeria, which has a more diversified economy. The country's manufacturing sector is driven by its rich mineral resources, a well-established industrial base, and significant investments in infrastructure, although challenges such as labor unrest and energy supply constraints have impacted growth.
Puerto Rico
In 2017, Puerto Rico achieved a manufacturing output of 48,966,063,360.9167 USD, ranking #35 globally among 195 countries. This output reflects Puerto Rico's significant role in pharmaceutical manufacturing, which is a major contributor to its economy. The island's favorable tax incentives and skilled labor force have attracted numerous multinational corporations, enhancing its manufacturing capabilities.
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka ranked #58 globally in 2017 for Manufacturing Output (US$), with a total of 14,052,819,352.1947 USD. This figure reflects a robust manufacturing sector compared to regional peers, though it remains significantly lower than leading countries like China. Key drivers of this output include Sri Lanka's strategic location along major shipping routes and its focus on textiles and apparel, which form a substantial part of its manufacturing landscape.
Czech Republic
In 2017, the Czech Republic achieved a global rank of #34 with a Manufacturing Output of 51,363,872,292.4896 USD. This output places it above many of its regional peers, reflecting its strong industrial base compared to other Central European nations. Key drivers include a highly skilled workforce and significant foreign investment, particularly in the automotive and machinery sectors, which bolster its manufacturing capabilities.
Singapore
In 2017, Singapore ranked #30 globally for Manufacturing Output (US$) with a total of 63,712,149,465.0325 USD. This output reflects Singapore's significant role in the regional manufacturing sector, particularly when compared to its neighbors like Malaysia, which has a lower manufacturing output. The country's robust manufacturing performance is driven by its strategic location as a trade hub, a highly skilled workforce, and strong government support for innovation and technology in production processes.
Data Source
Manufacturing, value added (current US$) | Data
The World Bank provides comprehensive data on the value added by the manufacturing sector in current US dollars, offering insights into the economic contributions of manufacturing across different countries. This dataset includes country-level statistics that facilitate comparisons of manufacturing performance and trends over time.
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