Guyana Set to Boom with 23% Growth in 2026 as Caribbean Economies Surge into 2030 – See Who’s Rising Fast

The Caribbean region is projected to experience varied economic growth between 2025 and 2030, according to the latest International Monetary Fund (IMF) World Economic Outlook, released on April 21, 2025. The report presents a mixed picture across the region, with Guyana and the Dominican Republic continuing to lead in sustained growth, while countries like Haiti and The Bahamas show more modest projections.

Guyana remains the region’s economic powerhouse in the near term, with a staggering 22.95% GDP growth forecast in 2026, largely driven by oil production and related investments. However, its growth is expected to gradually moderate to 1.067% by 2030 as the sector stabilizes.

Meanwhile, the Dominican Republic shows consistent strength across the board, maintaining nearly 5% annual growth through 2030, thanks to a diversified economy and a robust tourism and manufacturing sector.

Suriname is projected to experience a major growth surge in 2028 (50.31%) and 2029 (27.46%)—numbers attributed to anticipated natural resource developments and fiscal reforms.

Below are the annual growth forecasts from 2025 through 2030, ranked from highest to lowest for each year, showcasing the top and bottom economic performers in the Caribbean:

Caribbean Economic Growth Forecast (% GDP Growth)

Source: International Monetary Fund, World Economic Outlook Database, April 2025