The GDP composition of Afghanistan in 2023 was predominantly driven by the transport, storage, and communication sector, marking a 25.22% contribution. Agriculture, hunting, forestry, and fishing followed at 24.07%, indicating strong traditional economic underpinnings. The services sector held a significant 20.58% share, while mining, manufacturing, and utilities contributed 12.37%. Construction and wholesale, retail trade, restaurants, and hotels sectors recorded contributions of 9.64% and 8.11% respectively. Over the past two years, agriculture and services have displayed notable growth. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for these sectors suggests minimal annual fluctuations across the five years.
Future trends to watch in Afghanistan's GDP composition include the potential expansion of the mining and construction sectors due to ongoing infrastructure development initiatives. Moreover, improvements in political stability and security could lead to a surge in retail and services sectors. The agricultural sector may experience volatility due to climatic conditions and geopolitical factors. External investments and policy shifts might further alter these dynamics in the coming years.
Top countries in GDP Composition by Sector
# | 6 Countries | Percent | Last Year | |
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1 | 1 Transport, storage and communication | 25.22 | 2016 | |
2 | 2 Agriculture, hunting, forestry, fishing | 24.07 | 2016 | |
3 | 3 Services | 20.58 | 2016 | |
4 | 4 Mining, Manufacturing, Utilities | 12.37 | 2016 | |
5 | 5 Construction | 9.64 | 2016 | |
6 | 6 Wholesale, retail trade, restaurants and hotels | 8.11 | 2016 |