8 Countries That Look Wealthy But Are Surprisingly Poor

Nigeria, GDP per capita: $1,110 (£871)

Nigeria is Africa's largest economy and ranks within the top 30 globally. The nation is awash with oil wealth and boasts the 10th-largest proven oil reserves globally.

India, GDP per capita: $2,731 (£2,143)

Based on the World Bank's latest data, India has the world's fifth-largest economy, eclipsing more advanced economies such as France and Canada.

Iran, GDP per capita: $5,310 (£4,167)

After all, the Middle Eastern country possesses the fourth-largest proven oil reserves in the world, and also has the second-largest proven natural gas reserves.

Ukraine, GDP per capita: $5,663 (£4,451)

Looking at the Ukrainian economy prior to Russia's invasion in February 2022, the country seemed to be a lot wealthier than it actually was.

South Africa, GDP per capita: $5,975 (£4,699)

South Africa boasts Africa's second-largest economy and has one of the most diverse and lucrative agricultural sectors in the world.

Brazil, GDP per capita: $11,352 (£8,930)

Brazil has the eighth-largest global economy and is one of the world's leading mining, agricultural and manufacturing nations.

China, GDP per capita: $13,136 (£10,333)

China's GDP is the second biggest in the world and it's expected to overtake America as the world's largest economic power by 2037.

Mexico, GDP per capita: $15,249 (£11,993)

Mexico has the world's 12th-largest economy, with a GDP of more than a trillion dollars. Its economy is relatively advanced, with services accounting for two-thirds of GDP.

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