IMF projects Bangladesh's per capita GDP to overtake India's in 2026

The IMF projects Bangladesh's per capita GDP at $2,886 in 2026, ahead of India's $2,749, even though India's economy is nearly eight times larger. Adjusted for purchasing power, India leads at $12,998 against $10,884. India is forecast to grow 7% this year, nearly twice Bangladesh's 3.6%, and the IMF expects India to regain the per capita lead in 2029.