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Kazakhstan's GDP Set to Surpass Russia's by 2025

8/22/2025

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Kazakhstan's GDP per capita is expected to exceed Russia's in 2025, reaching $14,770 versus $14,260, per IMF projections.
Economic growth in Kazakhstan is driven by strong property rights, foreign investment, and less government intervention.
Ongoing concerns include oil prices, inflation, and government debt.
Analysts indicate that sanctions on Russia have positively impacted Kazakhstan's economy by attracting investments and enabling market-priced oil sales.

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Story summary

Kazakhstan's GDP per capita is expected to exceed Russia's in 2025, reaching $14,770 versus $14,260, per IMF projections.
Economic growth in Kazakhstan is driven by strong property rights, foreign investment, and less government intervention.
Ongoing concerns include oil prices, inflation, and government debt.
Analysts indicate that sanctions on Russia have positively impacted Kazakhstan's economy by attracting investments and enabling market-priced oil sales.