Russia vs Germany: economic convergence
If Russia grew 1.9% a year and Germany 0.5% a year, Russia would catch up with Germany on GDP per capita (PPP) in about 27 years, around 2053. This is a scenario, not a forecast.
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Latest data (2025)
| Country | GDP per capita (PPP) |
|---|---|
| Russia | $42,358 |
| Germany | $62,824 |
Russia is at 67% of Germany's level.
Scenario
Russia grows 1.9% a year (trailing 10-year average) and Germany grows 0.5% a year (trailing 10-year average). A scenario, not a forecast: the result follows only from the stated growth rates.
| Year | Russia | Germany |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $43,163 | $63,138 |
| 2031 | $47,422 | $64,732 |
| 2036 | $52,102 | $66,367 |
| 2041 | $57,243 | $68,043 |
| 2046 | $62,892 | $69,761 |
| 2051 | $69,098 | $71,522 |
| 2053 | $71,748 | $72,239 |
| 2056 | $75,916 | $73,328 |
| 2059 | $80,326 | $74,434 |
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Source: World Bank (NY.GDP.PCAP.PP.KD). Mountain to Climb · World Bank data · Scenario: Russia 1.9%, Germany 0.5%