Chile has been recognized as the richest country in Latin Americaaccording to the recent 2024 Prosperity Index prepared by Hellosafe. With a score of 43.19 points, the country leads the regional ranking, standing out for its economic stability, effective public policies and notable progress in quality of life.
He index ranks 186 countries based on six key indicators: Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita, Gross National Income (GNI) per capita, gross national savings rate, Human Development Index (HDI), Gini coefficient and poverty rate . These criteria make it possible to measure not only economic growth, but also social impact and equitable distribution of resources.
Consolidated regional leadership
In it rankingChile occupies first place, followed by Uruguay (42.48 points) and Panama (40.36 points), countries that have also shown significant progress in economic and social development. According to the report, these nations stand out for their high levels of stability and public policies that promote the well-being of their citizens.
Mexico, in contrast, ranks ninth in the index with 33.22 points, falling behind Costa Rica and the Dominican Republic. Thus, the structural difficulties it faces are observed, despite being one of the largest economies in the region.
Global comparison: Chile versus world leaders
At a global level, the top positions in Prosperity Index They are occupied by countries such as Luxembourg, Norway and Ireland, whose scores reflect a combination of economic strength, high standards of human development and low levels of inequality. Although Chile is still far from these benchmarks, its leadership in Latin America positions it as an example of progress in the region.
