Chad

Description of Chad

Welcome to our website dedicated to providing insightful analysis on the geopolitics and macroeconomics of Chad. Situated in Central Africa, Chad has a rich history and cultural heritage that intertwines with its economic and political landscape. As a landlocked country, Chad faces unique challenges and opportunities in its development trajectory. Through our research and expert analysis, we aim to shed light on the trends and dynamics shaping Chad's role in the global arena, as well as the impact of macroeconomic statistics on its growth and relationships with neighboring countries.

Population And Age Structure

Population, total: Chad has a population of 16,644,701, below the average population of 40,097,746. Chad ranks 69th out of 194 countries in terms of population.

Population ages 0-14 (% of total population): Chad's percentage of population aged 0-14 is 47.82%, significantly above the average of 27.34%. Chad ranks 3rd out of 194 countries in this demographic.

Population ages 0-14, total: Chad's total population aged 0-14 is 7,958,952, below the average of 10,327,380. Chad ranks 52nd out of 194 countries in terms of this age group population.

Population ages 15-64 (% of total population): Chad's percentage of population aged 15-64 is 50.15%, below the average of 63.44%. Chad ranks 190th out of 194 countries in this age group.

Population ages 15-64, total: Chad's total population aged 15-64 is 8,347,423, significantly below the average of 26,003,407. Chad ranks 72nd out of 194 countries in terms of this age group population.

Population ages 65 and above (% of total population): Chad's percentage of population aged 65 and above is 2.03%, far below the average of 9.22%. Chad ranks 190th out of 194 countries in this demographic.

Population ages 65 and above, total: Chad's total population aged 65 and above is 338,326, well below the average of 3,766,959. Chad ranks 118th out of 194 countries in terms of this age group population.

Summary

Chad has a relatively low total population compared to the global average, with a significant portion of its population (47.82%) falling within the age group of 0-14 years, ranking 3rd globally. Additionally, Chad has a lower percentage of population in the age group of 15-64 years and those aged 65 and above compared to the average, ranking 190th in both categories. These demographic indicators are important as they highlight Chad's youthful population, which can impact various sectors such as education, healthcare, and workforce planning in the country.

Population Miscellaneous

Chad's rural population is 12,729,867, below the average of 18,044,041. Chad ranks 43rd out of 190 countries in this attribute.

The percentage of Chad's total population living in rural areas is 76.48%, considerably above the average of 41.16%. Chad is ranked 15th out of 190 countries based on this metric.

Chad's urban population is 3,914,834, significantly lower than the average of 22,425,747. Chad ranks 107th out of 194 countries in urban population.

With only 23.52% of its population living in urban areas, Chad falls below the average of 59.69%. The country ranks 180th out of 194 nations in this category.

The age dependency ratio in Chad is 99.40%, well above the average of 59.22%, with the country ranked 5th out of 194 in this metric.

Chad's crude birth rate of 43.849 per 1,000 people is substantially higher than the average of 19.38. The country ranks 3rd out of 192 nations in this aspect.

With a crude death rate of 12.486 per 1,000 people, Chad exceeds the average of 8.21. It ranks 19th out of 192 countries based on this statistic.

Chad's total fertility rate of 6.346 births per woman is notably higher than the average of 2.60. The country is ranked 3rd out of 190 in this category.

Summary

Chad has a predominantly rural population, with a high percentage living in rural areas compared to the global average. The country also exhibits high age dependency ratio, crude birth rate, crude death rate, and total fertility rate, all surpassing global averages and ranking among the top in these aspects. These statistics are crucial as they indicate the demographic and economic challenges Chad faces, including high fertility rates impacting population growth and dependency ratios affecting social welfare and economic development.

Military

Chad's military expenditure in current USD is $322,866,526.49, which is significantly below the average of $12,904,993,617.17. Chad ranks 100 out of 149 countries in this attribute data.

With a military expenditure of 3.01% of GDP, Chad exceeds the average of 1.90%. This places Chad at the 22nd rank out of 148 countries.

Chad's arms imports of $4,000,000 are substantially lower than the average of $205,522,123.89. In this metric, Chad is ranked 95 out of 113 countries.

Chad's total armed forces personnel of 45,000 is below the average of 165,908.54. Chad holds the 75th rank out of 164 countries in this aspect.

Chad's proportion of armed forces personnel to the total labor force is 0.87%, less than the average of 1.28%. Chad ranks 77 out of 164 countries in this category.

Summary

Chad's military expenditure, arms imports, and armed forces personnel numbers are significantly below global averages. However, Chad's military expenditure as a percentage of its GDP exceeds the average. These indicators suggest that while Chad may have a smaller military capacity compared to many other countries, it allocates a relatively larger portion of its economic output to defense. This could indicate either a strategic prioritization of defense spending or resource constraints that limit overall military capability.

Natural Resources

Chad's forest area of 43,130 sq. km is notably below the average of 211,606 sq. km, ranking 73rd out of 191 countries in the dataset.

With a land area of 1,259,200 sq. km, Chad exceeds the attribute average of 665,167 sq. km, placing it at 21st out of 194 countries.

Chad's surface area of 1,284,000 sq. km is also above the average of 689,780 sq. km, ranking 20th out of 194 countries.

The arable land in Chad covers 5,300,000 hectares, significantly below the average of 7,329,543 hectares, positioning it at 46th out of 190 countries.

Chad's land under cereal production is 3,324,147 hectares, below the average of 4,206,012 hectares, placing it at the 39th rank out of 174 countries.

Chad experiences an average precipitation of 322 mm per year, significantly lower than the average of 1,158 mm, ranking 152nd out of 178 countries.

Chad's renewable internal freshwater resources total 15 billion cubic meters, far below the average of 240.41 billion cubic meters, ranking at 111 out of 178 countries.

Summary

Chad exhibits below-average metrics in terms of forest area, arable land, land under cereal production, average precipitation, and renewable internal freshwater resources compared to the global averages. However, the country surpasses the average land area and surface area measurements. These indicators are crucial as they highlight Chad's environmental landscape, agricultural potential, and water resource availability, shedding light on the country's sustainability challenges and opportunities for development.

Resource Rents

Summary

Chad's economy heavily relies on natural resources, with total natural resources rents, forest rents, and oil rents all significantly exceeding global averages. This indicates a high dependency on resource extraction for economic sustenance and growth. However, the absence of natural gas rents suggests an untapped potential that could diversify Chad's resource portfolio and reduce overreliance on a few key resources.

Commodities

Chad's cereal production of 2,882,262.08 metric tons is significantly below the attribute average of 17,249,945.93 metric tons, ranking 81st out of 174 countries in the dataset.

With an aquaculture production of 105 metric tons, Chad falls far below the attribute average of 679,642.92 metric tons, placing it at the 149th rank out of 180 countries in the dataset.

Chad's capture fisheries production of 105,000 metric tons is lower than the attribute average of 467,453.06 metric tons, resulting in a rank of 76th out of 190 countries.

In terms of total fisheries production, Chad's output of 105,105 metric tons is well below the average of 1,153,914.85 metric tons, placing it at the 79th rank out of 182 countries.

Chad's fertilizer consumption of 2.24 kilograms per hectare of arable land is significantly lower than the average of 159.04 kilograms, ranking 175th out of 187 countries in the dataset.

Summary

Chad's agricultural sector faces challenges as indicated by its significantly lower than average production in cereal, aquaculture, and fisheries. The country's rank below 100 in each of these categories reflects a lack of productivity compared to global standards. Furthermore, Chad's extremely low fertilizer consumption per hectare signals a potential barrier to increasing agricultural output and improving food security in the country.

Intellectual Property

1. Scientific and technical journal articles: Chad's value for this attribute is 14.07, significantly below the average of 15103.76. Chad ranks 171 out of 192 countries in this dataset.

Summary

Chad's low value of 14.07 for scientific and technical journal articles indicates a lack of research and innovation compared to the global average of 15103.76. This places Chad at a disadvantaged position, ranking 171 out of 192 countries. Investment in scientific research and innovation is crucial for economic growth and competitiveness in the modern knowledge-based economy.

Broad Economy Attributes

Chad's GDP (current US$) is significantly below the average, with a difference of -432154828796.35, ranking 138 out of 189 countries in the dataset. The country's GDP, PPP (current international $), is also below average, ranking 135 out of 181 countries, with a difference of -707965639144.08.

When it comes to GDP per capita (current US$), Chad's value is well below the average, with a difference of -14818.34, ranking 176 out of 190 countries. Similarly, Chad's GDP per capita, PPP (current international $), is notably below average, ranking 173 out of 181 countries, with a difference of -19679.29.

Chad's GNI (current US$) mirrors its GDP performance, significantly lagging behind the average by -441479245167.13 and ranking 137 out of 185 countries. In terms of GNI, PPP (current international $), Chad ranks 135 out of 181 countries, with a substantial difference of -704898505137.59.

Lastly, Chad's GNI per capita, PPP (current international $), reflects a similar pattern, with the country ranking 172 out of 181 countries and a notable difference from the average of -19065.75.

Summary

Chad's key macroeconomic indicators, including GDP, GDP per capita, GNI, and GNI per capita, consistently show that the country is significantly below the global average and ranks relatively low among countries worldwide. These indicators suggest that Chad faces economic challenges in terms of overall economic output, income distribution, and standard of living compared to its global counterparts. Addressing these disparities is crucial for Chad's economic development, sustainability, and improving the well-being of its population.

Broad Value Added

Chad's Gross value added at basic prices (GVA) is $11,397,768,436.01, ranking 126 out of 176 countries. Chad's GVA is significantly below the attribute average of $360,070,943,595.12.

In terms of Agriculture, forestry, and fishing, value added (% of GDP), Chad's value is 27.06%, ranking 14 out of 182 countries. This value is notably above the attribute average of 10.86%.

Chad's Agriculture, forestry, and fishing, value added in current US dollars is $2,900,023,602.90, ranking 96 out of 182 countries. This figure is below the attribute average of $19,924,732,828.07.

Regarding Services, value added (% of GDP), Chad's value stands at 43.58%, ranking 159 out of 183 countries. This percentage is below the attribute average of 56.72%.

Chad's Services, value added in current US dollars is $4,669,536,572.04, ranking 141 out of 183 countries. This amount is significantly lower than the attribute average of $295,837,711,130.69.

For Industry (including construction), value added in current US dollars, Chad's value is $3,828,208,088.55, ranking 118 out of 183 countries. Chad's value is notably below the attribute average of $118,421,095,413.50.

Summary

Chad's economy relies heavily on the Agriculture, forestry, and fishing sector, as indicated by its high value added percentage compared to the global average. However, the country's overall Gross Value Added (GVA) and value added in Services and Industry are considerably below the global averages, signifying a significant gap in these sectors. This imbalance highlights a potential opportunity for Chad to diversify its economy by investing in and developing its services and industrial sectors, which could lead to broader economic stability and growth.

Manufacturing Value Added

Chad's Manufacturing, value added (current US$) stands at 341,981,907.64, significantly below the average of 76,207,179,589.66. This places Chad at a rank of 144 out of 173 countries in the dataset.

Moreover, Chad's Manufacturing, value added (% of GDP) is at 3.19%, much lower than the average of 11.90%. This places Chad at a rank of 159 out of 173 countries in the dataset.

Summary

Chad's Manufacturing sector lags behind the global average in terms of both absolute value added and its contribution to the country's GDP. With a rank of 144 out of 173 countries in terms of value added and 159 out of 173 countries in terms of value added as a percentage of GDP, Chad faces challenges in developing a robust industrial base. This is significant as a strong manufacturing sector is crucial for creating jobs, increasing exports, and driving economic growth, all of which are essential for long-term development and modernization of the economy.

Money

Chad's consumer price inflation rate is 4.46%, which is below the global average of 8.26%. It ranks 42nd out of 165 countries.

Chad's GDP deflator inflation rate is -5.45%, significantly below the average of 6.90%. This places Chad at rank 173 out of 188 countries.

Chad's annual broad money growth is 17.54%, slightly below the global average of 18.03%. It holds the 41st position out of 139 countries.

Chad's broad money as a percentage of GDP is 21.34%, significantly lower than the average of 71.75%. Chad ranks 133rd out of 139 countries for this indicator.

Chad's broad money to total reserves ratio stands at 5.85%, higher than the average of 5.17%. This places Chad at 21st out of 126 countries in this regard.

Summary

Chad's macroeconomic indicators show mixed performance. While the country maintains a relatively low consumer price inflation rate and broad money growth close to the global average, its GDP deflator inflation rate is significantly negative, and broad money as a percentage of GDP is notably lower than the average. The low ranking in broad money to total reserves ratio might indicate potential challenges in managing liquidity and reserves efficiently, which could impact the stability and resilience of Chad's economy.

Consumption Expenditure

Chad's final consumption expenditure in current US dollars is $10,152,085,120.10, significantly below the average of $381,630,252,515.38, ranking 122 out of 159 countries. Chad's final consumption expenditure as a percentage of GDP is 94.74%, above the average of 82.37%, ranking 29 out of 159 countries.

Chad's general government final consumption expenditure in current US dollars is $507,414,381.45, much lower than the average of $93,676,578,238.03, ranking 144 out of 158 countries. The expenditure as a percentage of GDP is 4.74%, well below the average of 18.71%, and ranks 158 out of 158 countries.

Household and NPISHs final consumption expenditure in current US dollars for Chad is $9,644,670,738.65, significantly lower than the average of $290,127,571,157.69, ranking 114 out of 158 countries. Chad's household and NPISHs final consumption expenditure as a percentage of GDP is 90.01%, above the average of 63.68%, ranking 11 out of 158 countries.

Summary

Chad's final consumption expenditure, including both general government and household spending, is notably lower than the global average, indicating potential constraints on domestic consumption and economic growth. However, the high percentage of final consumption expenditure as a percentage of GDP suggests a strong dependence on domestic consumption to drive economic activity, which may pose risks in terms of sustainability and external shocks. Addressing the disparity in consumption levels compared to the average could be crucial for Chad to enhance its economic resilience and foster long-term growth.

Investment

Chad's net inflows of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) stand at $557,692,503.31, significantly below the attribute average of $5,749,271,080.15. This places Chad at a rank of 88 out of 182 countries in terms of FDI inflows. For the FDI net inflows as a percentage of GDP, Chad records 5.20%, surpassing the attribute average of 2.61%. In this metric, Chad is ranked 34 out of 178 countries. These figures indicate Chad's relatively low but improving attractiveness to foreign investors.

Summary

Chad's net inflows of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) are below the global average but show a positive trend, with a percentage of GDP higher than the average. This suggests an increasing appeal to foreign investors, potentially leading to economic growth and diversification of the country's revenue sources.

Debt

Chad's total debt service is relatively low compared to the average among 120 countries, ranking 95th out of the dataset. The country's public and publicly guaranteed debt service is also below average, ranking 67th out of 120 countries. In terms of external debt stocks as a percentage of GNI, Chad's value is significantly lower than the average, placing it at 94th out of 120 countries. Additionally, Chad's debt service on external debt, both total and public and publicly guaranteed, is notably below the average, ranking 88th and 79th respectively, out of 123 countries in the dataset. The country's external debt stocks, both total and public and publicly guaranteed, are also well below average, ranking 88th and 93rd respectively, out of 123 countries.

Summary

Chad's debt-related indicators consistently rank below the average among a dataset of 120 to 123 countries, showcasing the country's relatively low debt burden compared to its peers. These findings are important as they suggest that Chad may have more fiscal space to allocate resources towards growth-enhancing investments and development projects, potentially fostering long-term economic stability and resilience.

Broad Trade Attributes

Chad's Trade (% of GDP) stands at 68.73%, which is below the average of 82.34%. Chad ranks 82nd out of 163 countries in this attribute data.

With Merchandise trade (% of GDP) at 30.33%, Chad is below the average of 60.01%. It ranks 162nd out of 186 countries in this attribute data.

Chad's External balance on goods and services (current US$) is at -1,639,247,934.81, significantly lower than the average of 3,405,509,011.13. The country ranks 111th out of 163 countries in this attribute data.

For the External balance on goods and services (% of GDP), Chad's -15.30% is below the average of -5.97%. In this aspect, Chad holds the 128th rank out of 163 countries in the dataset.

Summary

Chad exhibits a trade (% of GDP) below the global average, ranking 82nd out of 163 countries. Its merchandise trade (% of GDP) is also below average, placing it at 162nd out of 186 countries. The country's negative external balance on goods and services, both in absolute and relative terms, further highlights its economic challenges, ranking 111th and 128th respectively.

These indicators are crucial as they signify Chad's heavy dependence on trade, its struggle to maintain a balanced trade position, and the impact of these imbalances on its overall economic health and stability in the global market.

Broad Export Attributes

Chad's Exports of goods and services (current US$) amount to $2,862,741,177.84. This value is significantly below the average of $129,596,864,610.19, positioning Chad at rank 121 out of 163 countries in the dataset for this attribute.

Additionally, Chad's Exports of goods and services (% of GDP) stand at 26.72%, which is below the average of 38.19%. This places Chad at rank 98 out of 163 countries in this category.

Summary

Chad's exports of goods and services in terms of current US dollars are relatively low compared to the global average, placing the country at a lower rank in the dataset. Similarly, Chad's exports of goods and services as a percentage of GDP are below the average, positioning the country at a moderate rank in this category. These indicators suggest that Chad's economy may have limited global market integration and dependence on exports for economic growth.

Merchandise Exports

Chad's merchandise exports amount to $1.71 billion, which is significantly below the average of $89.54 billion. This places Chad at rank 138 out of 187 countries in terms of merchandise exports.

For the attribute "Merchandise exports by the reporting economy, residual (% of total merchandise exports)", Chad's value is 0.0000284%, much lower than the average of 3.20%. This places Chad at rank 162 out of 166 countries in this category.

Summary

Chad's merchandise exports are notably low compared to the global average, ranking the country at 138th place out of 187 countries. Additionally, Chad's residual merchandise exports as a percentage of the total are extremely minimal, positioning Chad at 162nd out of 166 countries in this aspect. These statistics indicate that Chad has a limited presence in global trade and may struggle to generate significant revenue through exports, potentially impacting its economic growth and development.

Broad Import Attributes

Chad's Imports of goods and services amount to $4,501,989,112.64. This value is significantly below the average of $126,191,355,599.06, positioning Chad at rank 119 out of 163 countries in this attribute data set.

Moreover, Chad's Imports of goods and services as a percentage of GDP is 42.01%. This value is slightly below the average of 44.15%. In this aspect, Chad ranks 66 out of 163 countries in the dataset.

Summary

Chad's imports of goods and services are notably lower than the global average, placing the country at a lower rank. Additionally, with imports accounting for 42.01% of its GDP, Chad falls slightly below the average percentage. These statistics indicate that Chad may have limitations in terms of international trade and economic dependence on other nations, which could impact its economic stability and growth prospects.

Merchandise Imports

Chad's merchandise imports amount to $1,537,000,000, which is significantly below the attribute average of $89,385,605,263. Chad is ranked 152nd out of 190 countries in terms of merchandise imports.

Chad's percentage of total merchandise imports, residual, stands at 0.0000376649238877517, notably lower than the attribute average of 2.51%. With this figure, Chad ranks 177th out of 180 countries included in the data for this attribute.

Summary

Chad's merchandise imports are notably low compared to the global average, ranking 152nd out of 190 countries. Additionally, Chad's percentage of total merchandise imports is exceptionally minimal, placing it at 177th out of 180 countries. These indicators suggest that Chad has limited international trade activity, potentially reflecting challenges in diversifying its economy and accessing a variety of goods and services from abroad.

Information Technology Infrastructure

Chad has 21 secure internet servers, significantly below the average of 458,294. The country ranks 181 out of 193 countries in this attribute.

For secure internet servers per 1 million people, Chad has 1.26 servers, much lower than the average of 14,067. Chad ranks 190 out of 193 countries in this aspect.

With only 11.66% of the population using the internet, Chad falls far below the average of 64.77%. The country ranks 176 out of 180 countries in this metric.

Chad has 8,687,151 mobile cellular subscriptions, well below the average of 42,526,464. Ranking 93 out of 193 countries, Chad lags behind in this category as well.

Summary

Chad lags significantly behind the global average in key indicators of digital connectivity. With a low number of secure internet servers and mobile cellular subscriptions per capita, and a small percentage of the population using the internet, Chad faces challenges in accessing and utilizing digital technologies for economic and social development.

These findings are important as digital connectivity is essential for fostering innovation, improving communication, and accessing information in the modern global economy. The disparities highlighted in these indicators underscore the need for investments in digital infrastructure and policies to bridge the digital divide and enhance Chad's competitiveness in the digital age.

Energy Consumption

Chad's renewable energy consumption stands at 73.55% of total final energy consumption, surpassing the global average of 32.18%. This places Chad at a commendable rank of 26 out of 191 countries in the dataset.

On the other hand, Chad's CO2 emissions are relatively low at 1568.4 kt compared to the average of 171895.94 kt. This places Chad at a lower rank of 150 out of 188 countries, indicating a positive environmental performance in this aspect.

Summary

Chad excels in renewable energy consumption, surpassing the global average by a significant margin and ranking 26th out of 191 countries. This achievement highlights Chad's commitment to sustainable energy practices and positions the country as a leader in renewable energy adoption. Conversely, Chad's low CO2 emissions, well below the global average, demonstrate its favorable environmental performance and dedication to mitigating climate change. These indicators are crucial as they showcase Chad's proactive approach towards environmental sustainability, which not only benefits the country internally but also contributes positively to the global effort in combating climate change.

Government Balance Sheet

Total reserves (% of total external debt): Chad's total reserves as a percentage of total external debt is 11.20%, significantly lower than the attribute average of 66.13%. This places Chad at rank 94 out of 102 countries in the dataset.

Total reserves minus gold (current US$): Chad's total reserves minus gold amount to $390,675,163.11, a substantial deviation from the attribute average of $74,221,588,171.61. This places Chad at rank 146 out of 161 countries.

Total reserves (includes gold, current US$): Chad's total reserves, including gold, also amount to $390,675,163.11, significantly lower than the attribute average of $85,708,019,773.47. This places Chad at rank 146 out of 161 countries in the dataset.

Summary

Chad's total reserves as a percentage of total external debt are notably low at 11.20%, ranking the country 94th out of 102 countries in the dataset. Additionally, Chad's total reserves minus gold amount to $390,675,163.11, a significant deviation from the average and placing Chad at 146th out of 161 countries. The total reserves, including gold, also fall below the average at $390,675,163.11, ranking Chad similarly at 146th out of 161 countries.

These statistics indicate that Chad may have limited financial buffers to withstand external economic shocks, such as fluctuations in commodity prices or changes in global financial conditions. This could potentially hinder Chad's ability to manage its external debt obligations and maintain stability in times of economic uncertainty.

Top Stats

Ranks in Top Decile For:

Attribute	Rank/Total
Population ages 0-14 (% of total population)	3/194
Rural population (% of total population)	15/190
Age dependency ratio (% of working-age population)	5/194
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)	3/192
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)	19/192
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)	3/190
Total natural resources rents (% of GDP)	16/175
Forest rents (% of GDP)	17/174
Agriculture, forestry, and fishing, value added (% of GDP)	14/182
Households and NPISHs final consumption expenditure (% of GDP)	11/158

Ranks in Bottom Decile For:

Attribute	Rank/Total
Population ages 15-64 (% of total population)	190/194
Population ages 65 and above (% of total population)	190/194
Urban population (% of total population)	180/194
Fertilizer consumption (kilograms per hectare of arable land)	175/187
GDP per capita (current US$)	176/190
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $)	173/181
GNI per capita, PPP (current international $)	172/181
Manufacturing, value added (% of GDP)	159/173
Inflation, GDP deflator (annual %)	173/188
Broad money (% of GDP)	133/139
General government final consumption expenditure (current US$)	144/158
General government final consumption expenditure (% of GDP)	158/158
Merchandise exports by the reporting economy, residual (% of total merchandise exports)	162/166
Merchandise imports by the reporting economy, residual (% of total merchandise imports)	177/180
Secure Internet servers	181/193
Secure Internet servers (per 1 million people)	190/193
Individuals using the Internet (% of population)	176/180
Total reserves (% of total external debt)	94/102
Total reserves minus gold (current US$)	146/161
Total reserves (includes gold, current US$)	146/161