Luxembourg-The Richest Country In The World Per Capita Luxembourg is currently the richest country in the world based on its GDP per capita (PPP) of $143,742 according to the 2024 IMF report. Ireland, Singapore, and Qatar trail behind the world’s only grand duchy at $133,895, $133,737, and $112,282, respectively Many could assume that the world's richest country is among the larger world powers. However, this is so far from the truth. In fact, you would be surprised to find out that many of the planet's wealthiest nations are also among the tiniest. In a recent data report by Global Finance, which compared the domestic gross product (GDP) of countries around the world, it was unveiled that Luxembourg was the richest country in the world in 2024. With a GDP per capita of $143,743 (around £109,820), Luxembourg is over two times wealthier than the UK, the current GDP per capita of which stands at £58,880. The Global Finance report revealed that from 2010 to 2024, Luxembourg exper