Guyana

Guyana leads the world with a projected GDP growth of ~25% in 2026, driven by the massive Stabroek block oil discovery holding 11 billion barrels. ExxonMobil's production surged from zero to over 600,000 barrels per day in just five years, fueling a GDP per capita expected to rival Gulf states by 2030. This growth rate far outpaces #2 Libya, highlighting Guyana's unique trajectory. However, the risk of a "resource curse" looms, as the economy remains heavily dependent on oil extraction. The IMF projects this small nation of 800,000 people will sustain this momentum, but diversification is key to long-term stability.