World’s Biggest Superpowers in 2024



- The U.S. maintains its status as the world's leading superpower, thanks to its dominance in global financial markets, reserve currency status, and technological innovation
- As the world's largest exporter, China follows next, driven by its strength in trade and economic output
- India, ranking in 7th, is projected to see the fastest real GDP growth over the next decade across countries analyzed
- Singapore has the highest score on a per capita basis, illustrating that the nation’s power is the most evenly distributed across its population. The island country is a global hub for finance and trade, while foreign direct investment is a key driver of economic growth.