Jordan

Description of Jordan

Jordan, located in the heart of the Middle East, is a country of great geopolitical significance due to its strategic location and historical importance. Known for its stability in a tumultuous region, Jordan has made strides in economic development and diplomacy. With a rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and a resilient population, Jordan presents a unique blend of tradition and modernity. In this website, we delve into the macroeconomic factors influencing Jordan's growth and its relationships with neighboring countries and global powers.

Population And Age Structure

Population, total: Jordan's population of 10,928,721 is below the average population of 40,097,746. The country is ranked 84 out of 194 countries in terms of total population.

Population ages 0-14 (% of total population): Jordan's percentage of population ages 0-14 at 33.06% is above the average of 27.34%. The country is ranked 62 out of 194 countries in this category.

Population ages 0-14, total: Jordan's total population ages 0-14 at 3,612,870 is below the average of 10,327,380. The country is ranked 78 out of 194 countries in this demographic.

Population ages 15-64 (% of total population): Jordan's percentage of population ages 15-64 at 63.33% is slightly below the average of 63.44%. The country is ranked 121 out of 194 countries based on this metric.

Population ages 15-64, total: Jordan's total population ages 15-64 at 6,921,053 is significantly below the average of 26,003,407. The country is ranked 84 out of 194 countries in this age group.

Population ages 65 and above (% of total population): Jordan's percentage of population ages 65 and above at 3.61% is well below the average of 9.22%. The country is ranked 144 out of 194 countries in this aspect.

Population ages 65 and above, total: Jordan's total population ages 65 and above at 394,798 is significantly lower than the average of 3,766,959. The country is ranked 112 out of 194 countries in this category.

Summary

Jordan has a relatively smaller total population compared to the global average, with a higher percentage of young people aged 0-14 and a lower percentage of elderly individuals aged 65 and above. This demographic composition could impact various aspects of the country, such as healthcare, education, and workforce development, requiring specific policy considerations to cater to the needs of different age groups and ensure sustainable development.

Population Miscellaneous

- The Rural population in Jordan is 937,903, significantly below the attribute average of 18,044,041. Jordan ranks 130th out of 190 countries in this aspect.
- Jordan's Rural population (% of total population) stands at 8.58%, much lower than the average of 41.16%. This places Jordan at 179th out of 190 countries.
- With an Urban population of 9,990,818, Jordan falls below the attribute average of 22,425,747. The country ranks 62nd out of 194 nations.
- The Urban population (% of total population) is 91.42% in Jordan, surpassing the average of 59.69%. Jordan ranks 16th out of 194 countries in this regard.
- Jordan's Age dependency ratio (% of working-age population) is 57.91%, slightly below the average of 59.22%. The country ranks 74th out of 194 countries.
- The Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people), in Jordan is 22.27, higher than the average of 19.38. Jordan ranks 68th out of 192 countries.
- In terms of Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people), Jordan reports 3.48, lower than the average of 8.21, placing Jordan at 185th out of 192 countries.
- Jordan's Fertility rate, total (births per woman), is 2.87, slightly above the average of 2.60. Jordan ranks 64th out of 190 countries in this aspect.

Summary

Jordan has a predominantly urban population with a relatively low rural population compared to the global average. The country also exhibits a slightly higher fertility rate and a lower death rate compared to the worldwide norms. These indicators are crucial for understanding Jordan's demographic landscape and can impact its economic development, healthcare system, and social welfare policies in the future.

Military

1. For Military expenditure (current USD), Jordan's value is $2,055,915,492.96, which is significantly below the average of $12,904,993,617.17. Jordan ranks 58 out of 149 countries in this data set.

2. In terms of Military expenditure (% of GDP), Jordan's value is 4.70%, well above the average of 1.90%. This places Jordan at rank 8 out of 148 countries in this category.

3. Jordan's Arms imports are valued at $157,000,000, below the average of $205,522,123.89, ranking Jordan at 28 out of 113 countries.

4. Jordan's Arms exports amount to $66,000,000, significantly lower than the average of $705,705,882.35. Jordan ranks 23 out of 34 countries in this aspect.

5. The total number of Armed forces personnel in Jordan is 116,000, below the average of 165,908.54 personnel. Jordan is ranked 50 out of 164 countries for this statistic.

6. With Armed forces personnel accounting for 3.97% of Jordan's total labor force, this percentage is notably higher than the average of 1.28%. Jordan ranks 10 out of 164 countries in this metric.

Summary

Jordan exhibits above-average military expenditures compared to its GDP and total labor force, indicating a significant focus on defense. However, the country's arms imports are lower than average, suggesting some level of self-sufficiency in defense capabilities. Jordan's relatively smaller number of armed forces personnel compared to the global average could imply efficient utilization of resources in maintaining its military strength.

These indicators are crucial as they reflect Jordan's strategic priorities in defense spending, self-reliance in arms procurement, and effectiveness in managing its armed forces personnel. Understanding these metrics helps to assess Jordan's military capabilities, security concerns, and resource allocation in the context of regional dynamics.

Natural Resources

1. Forest area (sq. km): Jordan's forest area of 975 sq. km is significantly below the average of 211,606.11 sq. km, ranking 157th out of 191 countries included in the data.

2. Land area (sq. km): Jordan's land area of 88,794 sq. km is well below the average of 665,166.51 sq. km, placing it at the 110th rank out of 194 countries.

3. Surface area (sq. km): Jordan's surface area of 89,318 sq. km falls below the average of 689,779.56 sq. km, ranking 112th out of 194 countries in the dataset.

4. Arable land (hectares): Jordan's arable land of 206,000 hectares is notably lower than the average of 7,329,543.16 hectares, placing it at the 140th rank out of 190 countries.

5. Land under cereal production (hectares): Jordan's land under cereal production of 61,457 hectares is significantly below the average of 4,206,011.63 hectares, ranking 138th out of 174 countries.

6. Average precipitation in depth (mm per year): Jordan's average precipitation of 111 mm per year is notably lower than the average of 1,157.83 mm per year, placing it at the 170th rank out of 178 countries.

7. Renewable internal freshwater resources, total (billion cubic meters): Jordan's renewable internal freshwater resources of 0.682 billion cubic meters are significantly below the average of 240.41 billion cubic meters, ranking 161st out of 178 countries.

Summary

Jordan's key macroeconomic indicators show that the country faces challenges in terms of natural resources, particularly in areas such as forest, land, arable land, water resources, and precipitation. This puts Jordan at a disadvantage compared to the global average and many other countries, impacting its agricultural sector, water security, and overall environmental sustainability. Addressing these deficiencies is crucial for Jordan's long-term development and resilience.

Resource Rents

1. Total natural resources rents (% of GDP): Jordan's value for this attribute is 0.0517, which is significantly below the average of 4.6300. Jordan ranks 154th out of 175 countries in this dataset.

2. Forest rents (% of GDP): Jordan's value for this attribute is 0.0221, well below the average of 1.5258. Jordan ranks 139th out of 174 countries in this dataset.

3. Oil rents (% of GDP): Jordan's value for this attribute is 0.0005, notably lower than the average of 2.5051. Jordan ranks 111th out of 117 countries in this dataset.

4. Natural gas rents (% of GDP): Jordan's value for this attribute is 0.0291, below the average of 1.2527. Jordan ranks 59th out of 96 countries in this dataset.

Summary

Jordan's low values for key macroeconomic indicators such as total natural resources rents, forest rents, oil rents, and natural gas rents indicate a limited contribution of natural resources to its GDP compared to the global average. This suggests that Jordan may rely more heavily on other sectors for economic development and growth. Given the finite nature of natural resources and their impact on economic stability and sustainability, diversification of Jordan's economy becomes crucial to reduce dependency on these exhaustible resources and bolster long-term economic resilience.

Commodities

Jordan's cereal production of 114,192 metric tons is significantly below the average of 17,249,945.92 metric tons, ranking at 141 out of 174 countries in the dataset. The aquaculture production of 2,055 metric tons is also notably lower than the average of 679,642.92 metric tons, placing Jordan at 113 out of 180 countries.

When it comes to capture fisheries production, Jordan's 583.95 metric tons is far less than the average of 467,453.06 metric tons, ranking at 175 out of 190 countries. The total fisheries production in Jordan stands at 2,638.95 metric tons, significantly below the average of 1,153,914.85 metric tons, placing Jordan at 165 out of 182 countries in the dataset.

Moreover, Jordan's fertilizer consumption of 84.79 kilograms per hectare of arable land is below the average of 159.04 kilograms. Despite this, Jordan ranks relatively better at 99 out of 187 countries in terms of fertilizer consumption.

Summary

Jordan's agricultural production, particularly in cereals, aquaculture, and fisheries, falls significantly below global averages, indicating challenges in the country's agricultural sector's productivity and competitiveness on an international scale. Despite lower fertilizer consumption compared to the average, Jordan ranks relatively better, suggesting potential for improved efficiency in agricultural resource utilization. Addressing these disparities is crucial for enhancing food security, economic growth, and sustainable development in Jordan.

Intellectual Property

When looking at Industrial design applications by nonresident in Jordan, the country has a value of 15, which is significantly below the average of 1415.83. Jordan ranks 97th out of 112 countries for this attribute.

For Industrial design applications by resident, Jordan has a value of 74, also notably below the average of 9799.58. This places Jordan at a rank of 74 out of 113 countries.

Jordan's Patent applications by nonresidents stand at 301, below the average of 6538.40. Jordan ranks 49th out of 129 countries in this aspect.

Regarding Patent applications by residents, Jordan has a value of 36, far below the average of 19037.56. Jordan holds a rank of 84 out of 117 countries for this attribute.

Trademark applications by nonresident in Jordan amount to 3403, below the average of 15878.93. Jordan ranks 86th out of 130 countries.

For Trademark applications by resident, Jordan records 2753, well below the average of 111055.78. Jordan's rank is 78 out of 129 countries in this category.

When looking at Scientific and technical journal articles, Jordan produces 3533.42, lower than the average of 15103.76. Jordan ranks 61st out of 192 countries in this field.

In terms of Charges for the use of intellectual property (payments), Jordan's figure is 24507042.25, significantly below the average of 3218843494.39. Jordan holds a rank of 90 out of 143 countries for this particular aspect.

Lastly, in Charges for the use of intellectual property (receipts), Jordan's value is 6197183.10, again well below the average of 3191687117.58. Jordan ranks 72nd out of 122 countries with available data.

Summary

Jordan falls below global averages in various key macroeconomic indicators related to industrial design applications, patent applications, trademark applications, scientific and technical journal articles, and charges for the use of intellectual property. These lower values result in Jordan ranking below average in most categories, signaling potential areas for improvement and increased investment in innovation and intellectual property development for the country's economic growth and competitiveness.

Broad Economy Attributes

GDP (current US$): Jordan's GDP is $43,700,383,098.59, which is below the average GDP of $442,870,224,838.68. Jordan ranks 87th out of 189 countries in the data set.
GDP, PPP (current international $): Jordan's GDP, PPP stands at $106,534,270,260.80, lower than the average of $734,141,122,350.78. Jordan ranks 85th out of 181 countries.
GDP per capita (current US$): Jordan's GDP per capita is $3,998.67, significantly below the average of $15,462.11. Jordan ranks 115th out of 190 countries.
GDP per capita, PPP (current international $): Jordan's GDP per capita, PPP is $9,748.10, less than the average of $21,251.89. Jordan ranks 109th out of 181 countries.
GNI (current US$): Jordan's GNI is $43,576,298,591.55, below the average GNI of $452,040,815,370.70. Jordan ranks 86th out of 185 countries.
GNI, PPP (current international $): Jordan's GNI, PPP is $106,231,772,857.55, lower than the average of $730,698,223,823.47. Jordan ranks 84th out of 181 countries.
GNI per capita, PPP (current international $): Jordan's GNI per capita, PPP is $9,720, less than the average of $20,615.75. Jordan ranks 109th out of 181 countries.

Summary

Jordan's macroeconomic indicators, including GDP, GDP per capita, and GNI, consistently fall below the global averages. These lower rankings indicate that Jordan's economy is lagging behind many other countries in terms of economic output and income levels. This suggests that Jordan may face challenges in achieving sustainable economic growth, improving living standards for its citizens, and competing effectively in the global market.

Broad Value Added

1. Gross value added at basic prices (GVA) in Jordan is $38,142,620,845.07, which is below the attribute average of $360,070,943,595.12. Jordan ranks 83rd out of 176 countries in this aspect.

2. Agriculture, forestry, and fishing value added (% of GDP) in Jordan is 4.65%, below the attribute average of 10.86%. Jordan ranks 113th out of 182 countries in this category.

3. Agriculture, forestry, and fishing value added in Jordan is $2,030,570,845.07, notably lower than the attribute average of $19,924,732,828.07. Jordan ranks 104th out of 182 countries in this metric.

4. Services value added (% of GDP) in Jordan stands at 61.78%, surpassing the attribute average of 56.72%. Jordan is ranked 56th out of 183 countries in this area.

5. Services value added in Jordan amounts to $26,996,560,422.54, below the attribute average of $295,837,711,130.69. Jordan holds the 83rd position out of 183 countries in this domain.

6. Industry (including construction) value added in Jordan is $10,293,105,211.27, falling short of the attribute average of $118,421,095,413.50. Jordan ranks 87th out of 183 countries in this field.

Summary

Jordan's macroeconomic indicators reveal a significant disparity between its agricultural sector and services and industry sectors. With low contributions from agriculture to the GDP and value added, Jordan struggles to compete globally in this sector, ranking below average in various agricultural metrics. Conversely, the country performs relatively better in services and industry value additon, reflecting a more significant potential for growth and development in these areas. These findings are crucial as they highlight the need for Jordan to diversify its economy, potentially shifting focus towards sectors where it demonstrates comparative strength to enhance overall economic performance and competitiveness.

Manufacturing Value Added

- Manufacturing, value added (current US$): Jordan's value of 7493392957.75 is significantly below the average of 76207179589.66. Jordan ranks 73 out of 173 countries in this attribute.
- Manufacturing, value added (% of GDP): Jordan's value of 17.15% is above the average of 11.90%. Jordan ranks 35 out of 173 countries in this attribute.
- Medium and high-tech manufacturing value added (% manufacturing value added): Jordan's value of 17.79% is below the average of 24.49%. Jordan ranks 91 out of 149 countries in this attribute.
- Chemicals (% of value added in manufacturing): Jordan's value of 14.30% is above the average of 11.56%. Jordan ranks 23 out of 89 countries in this attribute.
- Food, beverages and tobacco (% of value added in manufacturing): Jordan's value of 22.41% is below the average of 24.51%. Jordan ranks 39 out of 92 countries in this attribute.
- Machinery and transport equipment (% of value added in manufacturing): Jordan's value of 4.26% is significantly below the average of 16.85%. Jordan ranks 72 out of 93 countries in this attribute.
- Textiles and clothing (% of value added in manufacturing): Jordan's value of 10.12% is above the average of 6.33%. Jordan ranks 16 out of 93 countries in this attribute.
- Other manufacturing (% of value added in manufacturing): Jordan's value of 48.91% is above the average of 42.13%. Jordan ranks 23 out of 94 countries in this attribute.

Summary

Jordan's manufacturing sector performs below average in terms of total value added and medium to high-tech manufacturing value added, but exceeds the average in chemicals, textiles and clothing, and other manufacturing sectors. Interestingly, Jordan ranks relatively high in the chemicals and textiles industries compared to its overall manufacturing performance. These findings are crucial as they highlight Jordan's strengths and weaknesses in specific manufacturing subsectors, providing insights for policymakers to capitalize on competitive advantages and address areas needing improvement for economic growth and diversification.

Money

1. Inflation, consumer prices (annual %): Jordan's inflation rate is at 0.33%, which is significantly below the average of 8.26%. This places Jordan at rank 127 out of 165 countries included in the data.

2. Inflation, GDP deflator (annual %): Jordan's GDP deflator inflation rate is -0.71%, also lower than the average of 6.90%. Jordan ranks 151 out of 188 countries in this attribute.

3. Broad money growth (annual %): Jordan's broad money growth stands at 5.74%, below the average of 18.03%. The country ranks 116 out of 139 countries included for this statistic.

4. Broad money (% of GDP): Jordan's broad money as a percentage of GDP is 114.50%, notably higher than the average of 71.75%. This places Jordan at rank 20 out of the 139 countries in the dataset.

Summary

Jordan's macroeconomic indicators reveal a mixed picture. The country demonstrates low inflation rates compared to global averages, positioning it relatively well in terms of price stability. However, its broad money growth is below average, indicating potential constraints on economic expansion despite having a high proportion of broad money relative to GDP. These indicators are crucial as they reflect Jordan's economic stability, growth prospects, and monetary policy effectiveness.

Equities

1. Listed domestic companies, total: Jordan has 179 listed domestic companies, which is below the average of 636.625. Jordan ranks 32nd out of 72 countries in this data set.

2. Stocks traded, total value (current US$): Jordan's total stock value is 1,473,000,000, significantly below the average of 1,379,501,952,182.91. Jordan ranks 44th out of 71 countries in this data set.

3. Stocks traded, total value (% of GDP): Jordan's stock value as a percentage of GDP is 3.37%, well below the average of 31.65%. Jordan ranks 37th out of 71 countries in this data set.

4. Market capitalization of listed domestic companies (current US$): Jordan's market capitalization is 18,205,660,000, much lower than the average of 1,196,037,851,618.88. Jordan ranks 49th out of 73 countries in this data set.

5. Market capitalization of listed domestic companies (% of GDP): Jordan's market capitalization as a percentage of GDP is 41.66%, below the average of 71.24%. Jordan ranks 36th out of 73 countries in this data set.

6. S&P Global Equity Indices (annual % change): Jordan's equity indices change by -20.55% annually, significantly below the average of 2.06%. Jordan ranks 73rd out of 79 countries in this data set.

Summary

Jordan's macroeconomic indicators paint a picture of a relatively small and underdeveloped stock market compared to the global average. With fewer listed domestic companies, lower stock values, and market capitalization below average, Jordan's financial market appears less robust. The consistent ranking below the averages in these categories indicates potential challenges in attracting investment and expanding the stock market, which could impact the country's economic growth and competitiveness in the global market.

Investment

1. Foreign direct investment, net (BoP, current US$): Jordan's net foreign direct investment is -733,943,661.97, which is above the attribute average of -1,615,235,980.51. Jordan ranks 102 out of 169 countries in this data set.

2. Foreign direct investment, net inflows (BoP, current US$): Jordan's net foreign direct investment inflows amount to $760,281,690.14, below the average of $5,749,271,080.15. Jordan is ranked 80 out of 182 countries for this attribute.

3. Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP): In terms of net foreign direct investment inflows as a percentage of GDP, Jordan's value is 1.74%, lower than the average of 2.61%. The country holds the 90th rank out of 178 countries in this dataset.

4. Foreign direct investment, net outflows (BoP, current US$): Jordan's net foreign direct investment outflows stand at $26,338,028.17, significantly below the average of $5,707,991,116.07. Jordan ranks 87 out of 156 countries for this attribute.

5. Foreign direct investment, net outflows (% of GDP): Jordan's net foreign direct investment outflows as a percentage of GDP is 0.06%, far under the average of 1.00%. The country is positioned at rank 102 out of 155 countries included in the data.

6. Portfolio Investment, net (BoP, current US$): Jordan's net portfolio investment is -$424,788,732.39, lower than the average of $679,559,169.57. Jordan ranks 119 out of 159 countries for this attribute.

7. Portfolio investment, bonds (PPG + PNG) (NFL, current US$): Jordan's portfolio investment in bonds amounts to $700,000,000, significantly below the average of $4,134,263,915.25. The country is placed at 23rd rank out of 59 countries in this dataset.

8. Portfolio equity, net inflows (BoP, current US$): Jordan's net portfolio equity inflows stand at -$95,211,267.61, well below the average of $9,197,145,994.70. Jordan ranks 88 out of 125 countries for this attribute.

Summary

Jordan faces challenges in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) as evidenced by its below-average net FDI inflows and outflows compared to the global average. The country's ranking in FDI indicators suggests room for improvement in creating a more favorable environment for foreign investors. In contrast, Jordan performs relatively better in portfolio investments, particularly in bonds, though net portfolio equity inflows are below average. Improving FDI inflows can boost economic growth, create job opportunities, and enhance technology and skills transfer in Jordan, ultimately contributing to its long-term development and competitiveness in the global economy.

Debt

1. Total debt service (% of GNI): Jordan's total debt service as a percentage of Gross National Income is 7.13%, which is higher than the average of 5.98%. Jordan ranks 37th out of 120 countries in this metric.

2. Public and publicly guaranteed debt service (% of GNI): Jordan's value for public and publicly guaranteed debt service is 5.28% of GNI, significantly higher than the average of 2.84%. The country ranks 15th out of 120 countries.

3. External debt stocks (% of GNI): Jordan's external debt stocks relative to GNI stand at 87.29%, surpassing the average of 65.42%. Jordan ranks 24th out of 120 countries in this indicator.

4. Debt service on external debt, total (TDS, current US$): Jordan's total debt service on external debt amounts to $3.11 billion, lower than the average of $9.81 billion. Jordan ranks 37th out of 123 countries.

5. Debt service on external debt, public and publicly guaranteed (PPG) (TDS, current US$): Jordan's debt service on public and publicly guaranteed external debt is $2.30 billion, below the average of $3.31 billion. Jordan holds the 30th rank out of 123 countries.

6. External debt stocks, public and publicly guaranteed (PPG) (DOD, current US$): Jordan's external debt stocks for public and publicly guaranteed debt amount to $18.78 billion, lower than the average of $28.70 billion. The country ranks 37th out of 123 countries.

7. External debt stocks, private nonguaranteed (PNG) (DOD, current US$): Jordan's external debt stocks for private nonguaranteed debt stand at $3.91 billion, considerably below the average of $33.73 billion. Jordan ranks 55th out of 91 countries for this metric.

8. External debt stocks, total (DOD, current US$): Jordan's total external debt stocks amount to $38.04 billion, significantly lower than the average of $73.85 billion. Jordan holds the 37th rank out of 123 countries in this category.

Summary

Jordan's macroeconomic indicators reveal a higher-than-average burden of debt in various categories such as total debt service, public debt service, and external debt stocks. While the country ranks moderately among the listed countries, these high debt levels could signify potential financial vulnerability and the need for strategic debt management to ensure sustainable economic development and stability.

Broad Trade Attributes

Regarding Merchandise trade (% of GDP), Jordan's value stands at 57.61%, which is below the average of 60.01%. This places Jordan at rank 72 out of 186 countries for this attribute.

As for Trade in services (% of GDP), Jordan's value is 12.81%, significantly lower than the average of 24.63%. This positions Jordan at rank 98 out of 171 countries in the dataset.

Summary

Jordan's merchandise trade as a percentage of GDP is slightly below the global average, placing the country at the 72nd position out of 186 countries. In contrast, Jordan's trade in services as a percentage of GDP is notably lower than the worldwide average, ranking the country 98th out of 171 nations. These statistics are crucial as they indicate Jordan's relative integration into the global economy and its reliance on trade, showcasing areas for potential improvement or focus for economic development strategies.

Net Trade

1. Current account balance (BoP, current US$): Jordan's current account balance is -2505005633.80282, which is significantly below the average of $1443864831.4940138. This ranks Jordan 137th out of 170 countries included in the data.

2. Current account balance (% of GDP): Jordan's current account balance as a percentage of GDP is -5.73%, lower than the average of -2.36%. Jordan ranks 124th out of 170 countries in this indicator.

3. Net trade in goods and services (BoP, current US$): Jordan's net trade in goods and services is -7979752112.67606, much lower than the average of $2604730003.5650773. This places Jordan at 152nd out of 171 countries in the data set.

4. Net primary income (BoP, current US$): Jordan's net primary income is -123845070.422535, higher than the average of -903807529.7376518. Jordan ranks 66th out of 170 countries for this attribute.

5. Net secondary income (BoP, current US$): Jordan's net secondary income is 5598591549.29577, significantly above the average of -269227340.40242267. In this indicator, Jordan ranks 22nd out of 170 countries.

6. Net trade in goods (BoP, current US$): Jordan's net trade in goods is -7385808450.70423, well below the average of $1302831005.6800897, placing Jordan at 148th out of 171 countries.

7. Net capital account (BoP, current US$): Jordan's net capital account is 23943661.971831, below the average of 136543824.04518417. Jordan ranks 94th out of 159 countries in this attribute.

8. Net financial account (BoP, current US$): Jordan's net financial account is -2646478873.23944, significantly below the average of -469840994.6309935. This ranks Jordan 141st out of 170 countries in this category.

Summary

Jordan's macroeconomic indicators highlight a challenging economic scenario, with consistently negative values across various key indicators such as current account balance, net trade in goods and services, and net financial account. These statistics reflect a higher dependency on imports, a trade deficit, and a concerning financial account performance. Addressing these imbalances is crucial for Jordan to improve its economic stability, attract investments, and ensure sustainable economic growth in the long term.

Broad Export Attributes

Exports of goods, services, and primary income in Jordan amount to $11,358,309,859.15, which is significantly below the average of $146,238,908,936.30. Jordan ranks 88th out of 170 countries in this attribute data.

Jordan's exports of goods and services stand at $10,444,366,197.18, also notably lower than the average of $122,938,540,059.78. The country holds the 87th rank out of 170 countries in this aspect.

For goods exports, Jordan generates $7,943,239,436.62, falling well under the average of $93,310,581,697.39. This places Jordan at the 88th position out of 171 countries in the dataset.

The international tourism receipts in Jordan, accounting for 16.71% of total exports, surpass the average of 9.74%. Jordan ranks 20th out of 120 countries in this category.

Jordan's ICT goods exports, representing 0.995% of total goods exports, are notably below the average of 3.81%. Jordan holds the 66th rank out of 142 countries in this metric.

Summary

Jordan's export performance, particularly in goods and services, falls below global averages, ranking 88th and 87th respectively out of 170 countries. However, the country excels in international tourism receipts, ranking 20th with tourism accounting for a significant portion of total exports. The lower than average ICT goods exports highlight a potential area for development and diversification in Jordan's export sector, crucial for long-term economic sustainability.

Merchandise Exports

Jordan's merchandise exports amount to $7.94 billion, ranking 90th out of 187 countries. This value is significantly below the attribute average of $89.54 billion.

The country's agricultural raw materials exports represent 0.35% of its total merchandise exports, placing Jordan at 119th out of 151 countries. This percentage is notably lower than the attribute average of 2.97%.

Jordan's food exports account for 14.84% of its merchandise exports, ranking 81st out of 152 countries. This figure is lower than the attribute average of 24.06%.

With fuel exports constituting 1.33% of its merchandise exports, Jordan is ranked 98th out of 147 countries. This percentage is well below the attribute average of 13.70%.

Ores and metals exports make up 6.53% of Jordan's merchandise exports, placing the country at 45th out of 152 nations. This value is lower than the attribute average of 9.10%.

Jordan's residual merchandise exports stand at 5.33%, ranking 22nd out of 166 countries. This percentage exceeds the attribute average of 3.20%.

Summary

Jordan's merchandise exports are significantly below the global average, with a heavy reliance on food exports and a lower contribution from agricultural raw materials, fuel, ores, and metals. However, Jordan exceeds the global average in residual merchandise exports. These statistics are important as they highlight Jordan's trade specialization, economic diversification opportunities, and potential areas for growth and policy focus to enhance economic resilience and competitiveness in the global market.

Technology Exports

1. Manufactures exports (% of merchandise exports): Jordan's value of 71.75% is above the average of 42.62%. This places Jordan at rank 37 out of 152 countries in the dataset.

2. High-technology exports (current US$): With a value of $78,697,321, Jordan falls below the average of $16,655,934,078.80. Jordan ranks 82 out of 151 countries in this category.

3. High-technology exports (% of manufactured exports): Jordan's value of 1.54% is below the average of 10.15%. This places Jordan at rank 124 out of 150 countries.

4. Medium and high-tech exports (% manufactured exports): Jordan's value of 37.43% is above the average of 34.29%. Jordan ranks 63 out of 149 countries in this attribute.

Summary

In analyzing key macroeconomic indicators for Jordan, it is evident that the country excels in manufactures exports, ranking 37th globally. However, Jordan falls below average in high-technology exports and high-technology exports as a percentage of manufactured exports, ranking 82nd and 124th respectively. On the other hand, Jordan performs relatively well in medium and high-tech exports compared to the global average, ranking 63rd.

These findings are crucial as they highlight Jordan's strengths and weaknesses in different sectors of the economy. They indicate potential areas for growth and development, such as increasing high-tech exports to align with global trends and improve competitiveness in the technological market.

Service Exports

1. Service exports (BoP, current US$): Jordan's service exports amount to $2.5 billion, which is significantly below the average of $28.9 billion. Jordan ranks 84th out of 171 countries in this category.

2. ICT service exports (BoP, current US$): Jordan's ICT service exports are $15 million, notably lower than the average of $4.6 billion. Jordan holds the 125th position out of 166 countries.

3. ICT service exports (% of service exports, BoP): Jordan's ICT service exports represent 0.6% of its total service exports, a figure well below the average of 11.75%. Jordan is ranked 160th out of 166 countries.

4. Communications, computer, etc. (% of service exports, BoP): Jordan's percentage of service exports from communications and computer services is 21.68%, lower than the average of 45.85%. Jordan ranks 136th out of 169 countries.

5. Transport services (% of service exports, BoP): Jordan's transport services constitute 19.5% of its service exports, slightly below the average of 21.8%. Jordan holds the 77th spot out of 169 countries.

6. Travel services (% of service exports, BoP): Jordan's travel services contribute 56.33% to its service exports, significantly higher than the average of 26.4%. Jordan is ranked 22nd out of 167 countries.

7. Insurance and financial services (% of service exports, BoP): Jordan's insurance and financial services make up 2.49% of its service exports, which is below the average of 6.46%. Jordan ranks 100th out of 161 countries.

Summary

Jordan's macroeconomic indicators for service exports, particularly in ICT, communications, and travel services, reveal a mixed performance compared to global averages. While Jordan excels in travel services, it lags behind in ICT and communications services. These indicators are crucial as they highlight areas where Jordan can focus on improving competitiveness and diversifying its service export portfolio to enhance economic growth and global market presence.

Commercial Service Exports

1. Commercial service exports (current US$): Jordan's commercial service exports amount to $2,359,014,084.51. This value is below the average of $28,508,218,402.80. Jordan ranks 84th out of 171 countries in this category.

2. Travel services (% of commercial service exports): Jordan's travel services account for 59.72% of its commercial service exports, which is higher than the average of 27.89%. Jordan is ranked 23rd out of 167 countries in this aspect.

3. Computer, communications and other services (% of commercial service exports): Jordan's services in this category represent 16.96% of its commercial service exports, below the average of 42.44%. Jordan holds the 136th rank out of 169 countries for this attribute.

4. Insurance and financial services (% of commercial service exports): Jordan's insurance and financial services constitute 2.64% of its commercial service exports, lower than the average of 6.97%. The country is ranked 100th out of 161 countries in this field.

5. Transport services (% of commercial service exports): Jordan's transport services make up 20.68% of its commercial service exports, slightly below the average of 23.37%. Jordan holds the 77th rank out of 169 countries concerning this metric.

Summary

Jordan stands out with a significant emphasis on travel services, which accounts for a high percentage of its commercial service exports compared to the global average. However, the country lags behind in the export of computer, communications, and other services, as well as insurance and financial services. These indicators are crucial as they reflect Jordan's specialization in certain service sectors and highlight areas where the country may need to enhance its competitiveness to diversify its service export portfolio.

Broad Import Attributes

1. International tourism, expenditures (% of total imports): Jordan's expenditure on international tourism as a percentage of total imports is 2.21%, which is below the average of 3.98%. Jordan ranks 90 out of 131 countries in this metric.

2. ICT goods imports (% total goods imports): Jordan's ICT goods imports as a percentage of total goods imports is 4.99%, below the average of 6.85%. Jordan ranks 76 out of 143 countries in this aspect.

3. Goods imports (BoP, current US$): Jordan's goods imports amount to $15,329,047,887.32, significantly below the average of $92,007,788,027.17. Jordan ranks 74 out of 171 countries in this measure.

4. Imports of goods and services (BoP, current US$): Jordan's imports of goods and services stand at $18,424,118,309.86, well below the average of $120,321,577,988.12. Jordan ranks 77 out of 170 countries in this category.

5. Imports of goods, services and primary income (BoP, current US$): Jordan's imports of goods, services, and primary income amount to $19,461,907,042.25, significantly lower than the average of $144,514,428,722.28. Jordan ranks 82 out of 170 countries in this statistic.

Summary

Jordan's key macroeconomic indicators reveal a trend of relatively low imports across various sectors including tourism, ICT goods, and general goods and services. These statistics signify a limited level of economic integration and reliance on external products and services. Such findings could indicate potential areas for growth and development through increased trade partnerships and market diversification to enhance the country's economic resilience and competitiveness on a global scale.

Merchandise Imports

1. Merchandise imports (current US$): Jordan's merchandise imports total $17,233,000,000, which is below the average of $89,385,605,263. The country is ranked 76th out of 190 countries in this attribute.

2. Manufactures imports (% of merchandise imports): Jordan's imports of manufactures account for 56.73% of its total merchandise imports, below the average of 66.76%. Jordan ranks 132nd out of 152 countries in this aspect.

3. Agricultural raw materials imports (% of merchandise imports): Jordan's imports of agricultural raw materials represent 1.20% of its total merchandise imports, slightly below the average of 1.27%. The country is ranked 68th out of 152 countries.

4. Food imports (% of merchandise imports): Jordan's food imports constitute 23.85% of its total merchandise imports, surpassing the average of 15.89%. The country is ranked 21st out of 152 countries in this category.

5. Fuel imports (% of merchandise imports): Jordan's fuel imports represent 10.41% of its total merchandise imports, slightly below the average of 11.38%. The country holds the 80th rank out of 152 countries.

6. Ores and metals imports (% of merchandise imports): Jordan's imports of ores and metals account for 1.87% of its total merchandise imports, below the average of 2.57%. Jordan ranks 71st out of 152 countries in this attribute.

7. Merchandise imports by the reporting economy, residual (% of total merchandise imports): Jordan's residual merchandise imports make up 1.58% of its total merchandise imports, which is less than the average of 2.51%. The country holds the 50th rank out of 180 countries in this aspect.

Summary

Jordan's key macroeconomic indicators for merchandise imports showcase a below-average performance across various categories such as manufactures, agricultural raw materials, ores and metals imports, and fuel imports. However, the country excels in food imports, surpassing the average significantly. These indicators are crucial as they reflect Jordan's trade dynamics, economic dependencies, and potential vulnerabilities in different sectors.

Service Imports

1. Service imports (BoP, current US$): Jordan's value for service imports is $3,095,070,422.54, which is below the average of $27,615,356,170.47. Jordan ranks 85 out of 171 countries in service imports data.

2. Communications, computer, etc. (% of service imports, BoP): Jordan's percentage for this attribute is 11.01%, lower than the average of 44.40%. Jordan ranks 163 out of 169 countries in this category.

3. Transport services (% of service imports, BoP): Jordan's percentage for transport services is 61.71%, higher than the average of 32.90%. Jordan ranks 12 out of 169 countries for this attribute.

4. Travel services (% of service imports, BoP): Jordan's percentage for travel services is 12.32%, below the average of 14.14%. Jordan ranks 76 out of 169 countries in this category.

5. Insurance and financial services (% of service imports, BoP): Jordan's percentage for insurance and financial services is 14.96%, above the average of 8.53%. Jordan ranks 27 out of 169 countries for this attribute.

Summary

Jordan's service imports amount to $3,095,070,422.54, ranking 85th globally. The country has a higher proportion of transport services in its imports at 61.71%, compared to the global average of 32.90%. In contrast, Jordan's percentage of communications, computer, etc. in service imports is lower than average at 11.01%. The significant proportion of transport services and relatively lower reliance on communication services in Jordan's imports indicate a strong focus on physical infrastructure development and potential areas for technological advancement.

Commercial Service Imports

- Commercial service imports (current US$): Jordan's commercial service imports are $2,974,366,197.18, ranking 85th out of 171 countries. This value is below the average of $27,102,746,128.60 for all countries in the dataset.

- Computer, communications and other services (% of commercial service imports): Jordan's percentage for this attribute is 7.40%, ranking 161st out of 169 countries. The country falls below the average of 41.71%.

- Insurance and financial services (% of commercial service imports): Jordan stands at 15.56%, placing 23rd out of 169 countries, which is higher than the average of 8.85%.

- Transport services (% of commercial service imports): Jordan's transport services constitute 64.21% of its commercial service imports, ranking 14th out of 169 countries. This value is notably higher than the average of 34.71%.

- Travel services (% of commercial service imports): For travel services, Jordan's value is 12.82%, placing it in the 76th position out of 169 countries. Jordan's percentage is slightly below the average of 14.73%.

Summary

Jordan's macroeconomic indicators reveal a mixed performance in commercial service imports. While the country's total commercial service imports are below the global average, its percentage allocation towards computer, communications, and other services is notably lower. However, Jordan excels in allocating a higher percentage towards insurance and financial services and transport services compared to the global average. Understanding these trends is crucial for policymakers and investors to gauge Jordan's economic diversification, trade dynamics, and competitiveness in the global market.

Infrastructure

- Air transport, freight (million ton-km): Jordan's value of 74.66289 is significantly below the attribute average of 1384.36544 million ton-km. Jordan ranks 53 out of 126 countries in this data set.

- Air transport, registered carrier departures worldwide: With 10108 departures, Jordan falls below the attribute average of 134365.60536 departures. Jordan is ranked 79 out of 149 countries in this dataset.

- Air transport, passengers carried: Jordan's 816253 passengers carried is substantially lower than the attribute average of 11848242.70037 passengers. Jordan ranks 77 out of 149 countries for this metric.

- Container port traffic (TEU: 20 foot equivalent units): Jordan's container port traffic of 857283 TEU is below the average of 6907110.26818 TEU. Jordan ranks 69 out of 110 countries in this dataset.

Summary

Jordan's macroeconomic indicators in air transport and container port traffic depict a significant lag behind the attribute averages in each respective category. These below-average figures indicate a potential challenge in the country's transportation infrastructure and connectivity, which may hinder trade efficiency, economic growth, and global competitiveness.

Information Technology Infrastructure

For Secure Internet servers, Jordan has 1385 servers, which is significantly below the average of 458,294. Jordan ranks 107 out of 193 countries in this attribute.

Regarding Secure Internet servers per 1 million people, Jordan has 126.73 servers, much lower than the average of 14,067.17. Jordan ranks 129 out of 193 countries for this metric.

When it comes to Individuals using the Internet (% of population), Jordan has 75.45% adoption rate, above the average of 64.77%. Jordan ranks 83 out of 180 countries in this aspect.

For Fixed broadband subscriptions, Jordan has 630,545 subscriptions, notably lower than the average of 6,591,956.35. Jordan ranks 82 out of 185 countries for fixed broadband subscriptions.

In terms of Mobile cellular subscriptions, Jordan has 6,987,891 subscriptions, below the average of 42,526,463.87. Jordan ranks 104 out of 193 countries for mobile cellular subscriptions.

Summary

Jordan exhibits lower than average numbers in Secure Internet servers, Secure Internet servers per 1 million people, Fixed broadband subscriptions, and Mobile cellular subscriptions. Despite this, Jordan shows a higher than average percentage of Individuals using the Internet. These statistics are crucial as they highlight areas where Jordan may need to focus on improving its infrastructure and digital connectivity to keep pace with global standards and foster socio-economic development.

Energy Consumption

Regarding Renewable energy consumption (% of total final energy consumption), Jordan's value is at 11.04%, significantly below the average of 32.18%. This places Jordan at rank 138 out of 191 countries in the dataset.

As for CO2 emissions (kt), Jordan emits 20,974.1 kt, notably lower than the average of 171,895.94 kt. Jordan's rank is 80 out of 188 countries with available data for this attribute.

Summary

Jordan's renewable energy consumption as a percentage of total final energy consumption is relatively low at 11.04%, placing it below the global average. Additionally, the country's CO2 emissions are significantly lower than the worldwide average, standing at 20,974.1 kt. These indicators are crucial as they reflect Jordan's current environmental sustainability efforts and its contribution to global climate change mitigation. Emphasizing renewable energy development and maintaining low CO2 emissions will be essential for Jordan's future economic growth and environmental stability.

Government Balance Sheet

For Central government debt, total (% of GDP), Jordan has a value of 75.97%, which is above the average of 74.12%. Jordan ranks 24 out of 61 countries in this dataset.

Regarding Net incurrence of liabilities, total (% of GDP), Jordan's value stands at 9.42%, exceeding the average of 7.43%. Jordan holds the 27th position out of 92 countries included in this analysis.

As for Reserves and related items (BoP, current US$), Jordan's value is $617,282,487.21, below the average of $1,924,407,186.58. Jordan is ranked 50th out of 171 countries in this category.

Summary

Jordan's central government debt as a percentage of GDP is slightly higher than the average among the countries analyzed, ranking 24th out of 61. The country's net incurrence of liabilities also surpasses the average, placing Jordan 27th out of 92. Additionally, Jordan's reserves and related items in current US dollars are below the average, with the country ranked 50th out of 171.

These statistics are crucial as they reflect Jordan's fiscal stability, financial health, and economic standing compared to other nations. Higher debt levels could indicate potential economic risks, while lower reserves may impact the country's ability to manage external shocks and meet international obligations.

Government Revenue

1. Revenue, excluding grants (% of GDP): Jordan's value of 20.10% is below the average of 27.02%. Jordan ranks 81 out of 122 countries in this attribute.

2. Grants and other revenue (% of revenue): Jordan's value of 29.35% is above the average of 23.54%. Jordan ranks 28 out of 108 countries in this attribute.

3. Social contributions (% of revenue): Jordan's value of 0.10% is significantly below the average of 22.29%. Jordan ranks 80 out of 81 countries in this attribute.

4. Taxes on goods and services (% of revenue): Jordan's value of 50.28% is above the average of 31.82%. Jordan ranks 5 out of 122 countries in this attribute.

5. Taxes on international trade (% of revenue): Jordan's value of 3.90% is below the average of 6.24%. Jordan ranks 48 out of 101 countries in this attribute.

6. Other taxes (% of revenue): Jordan's value of 0.66% is below the average of 2.12%. Jordan ranks 64 out of 106 countries in this attribute.

7. Taxes on income, profits and capital gains (% of revenue): Jordan's value of 15.70% is below the average of 24.66%. Jordan ranks 90 out of 119 countries in this attribute.

Summary

Jordan exhibits a mixed fiscal performance when compared to global averages and other countries. It shows strengths in revenue diversity with higher grants and taxes on goods and services, but also weaknesses with notably low social contributions. The country's rankings in these indicators indicate areas of relative strength and areas that may require attention for potential policy adjustments to ensure sustainable revenue streams and balanced fiscal health.

Taxes

1. Tax revenue (% of GDP): Jordan's tax revenue as a percentage of GDP is 15.98%, which is slightly below the average of 16.72%. Jordan is ranked 64th out of 123 countries in this category.

2. Customs and other import duties (% of tax revenue): Jordan's rate of 5.53% for customs and import duties as a percentage of tax revenue is notably lower than the average of 9.01%. Jordan ranks 48th out of 99 countries in this aspect.

3. Taxes on income, profits and capital gains (% of total taxes): Jordan's proportion of 22.25% for taxes on income, profits, and capital gains as a percentage of total taxes is significantly below the average of 38.40%. The country is ranked 106th out of 120 countries in this respect.

4. Tariff rate, applied, weighted mean, all products (%): Jordan's applied tariff rate of 3.98% is below the average of 5.21%. The country holds the 73rd position out of 153 countries in this metric.

Summary

Jordan exhibits lower than average figures in key macroeconomic indicators such as tax revenue as a percentage of GDP, customs and import duties as a percentage of tax revenue, taxes on income, profits, and capital gains as a percentage of total taxes, and applied tariff rate. While these lower percentages may suggest a lighter tax burden on the population and businesses, they also indicate potential challenges in generating revenue for the government to support public services, infrastructure, and development initiatives.

Government Expenses

Expense (% of GDP): Jordan's expense as a percentage of GDP is 28.17%, which is below the average of 31.69%. Jordan ranks 71 out of 123 countries in this attribute.

Compensation of employees (% of expense): Jordan allocates 47.45% of its expenses to employee compensation, which is above the average of 24.70%. Jordan ranks 9 out of 123 countries in this category.

Goods and services expense (% of expense): The allocation towards goods and services in Jordan's expenses is 8.40%, below the average of 14.77%. Jordan holds the 87th rank out of 122 countries for this attribute.

Interest payments (% of expense): Jordan's expenditure on interest payments is 14.23%, higher than the average of 6.85%. In this aspect, Jordan ranks 13 out of 121 countries.

Other expense (% of expense): Jordan's other expenses constitute 3.20% of its total expenses, lower than the average of 8.29%. The country holds the 99th rank out of 120 countries in this regard.

Subsidies and other transfers (% of expense): Jordan's allocation towards subsidies and transfers is 26.73%, below the average of 43.29%. Jordan ranks 94 out of 121 countries for this attribute.

Summary

Jordan demonstrates a prudent fiscal approach as seen through its below-average expense as a percentage of GDP, cost management through lower allocation to goods and services, and efficient use of employee compensation as indicated by its high ranking in this aspect. However, the country's higher-than-average spending on interest payments may warrant a closer look to ensure sustainability and avoid potential economic challenges in the future.

Top Stats

Ranks in Top Decile For:

Attribute	Rank/Total
Urban population (% of total population)	16/194
Military expenditure (% of GDP)	8/148
Armed forces personnel (% of total labor force)	10/164
Transport services (% of service imports, BoP)	12/169
Transport services (% of commercial service imports)	14/169
Taxes on goods and services (% of revenue)	5/122
Compensation of employees (% of expense)	9/123

Ranks in Bottom Decile For:

Attribute	Rank/Total
Rural population (% of total population)	179/190
Death rate, crude (per 1,000 people)	185/192
Average precipitation in depth (mm per year)	170/178
Renewable internal freshwater resources, total (billion cubic meters)	161/178
Oil rents (% of GDP)	111/117
Capture fisheries production (metric tons)	175/190
Total fisheries production (metric tons)	165/182
S&P Global Equity Indices (annual % change)	73/79
ICT service exports (% of service exports, BoP)	160/166
Communications, computer, etc. (% of service imports, BoP)	163/169
Computer, communications and other services (% of commercial service imports)	161/169
Social contributions (% of revenue)	80/81