Jordan ranked 50th globally out of 165 economies in the 2026 Economic Freedom of the World report. The nation achieved an overall economic freedom score of 7.38 out of 10 in this assessment.
Dr. Mohsen Abu Awad, a banking expert, stated, "From here, the importance of integration between monetary policy and economic, fiscal and investment policies becomes clear, alongside continued development of the legislative and regulatory environment, improving financing efficiency and directing it toward productive, value-added sectors, in a way that strengthens the Jordanian economy's ability to achieve higher and more sustainable growth rates."
Strong Performance in Sound Money
Jordan secured a third-place global ranking within the Sound Money pillar, achieving a score of 9.59 out of 10. This specific assessment forms a component of the 2026 Economic Freedom of the World report, which is published by the Fraser Institute and the Cato Institute.
The 2026 report relies on empirical economic data gathered throughout 2024. This measurement evaluates factors related to inflation, foreign currency bank accounts, and the freedom to own foreign currency. These criteria determine how effectively a nation maintains stable monetary conditions for its citizens and businesses. The ranking places Jordan ahead of many other economies included in the assessment, which spanned 165 countries. Canada, Switzerland, and Finland also appear in the broader study as part of the overall evaluation of economic freedom worldwide. The methodology focuses on providing a quantitative perspective on how sound monetary policies contribute to the stability of national economies.
Regulation and Trade Freedom Rankings
Jordan ranked 25th globally in the Regulation pillar within the 2026 Economic Freedom of the World report. The nation achieved a score of 7.38 out of 10 in this specific assessment. This category evaluates how administrative and legal frameworks govern business activity, labor markets, and credit markets to ensure operational consistency.
Regarding the Freedom to Trade Internationally, Jordan secured the 52nd position among the 165 economies analyzed in the study. The country earned a score of 8.13 out of 10 for its performance in this area. This metric measures the presence of trade barriers, including tariffs, quotas, and regulatory restrictions on the movement of goods and capital across borders. Both rankings reflect the ongoing data analysis conducted by the Fraser Institute and the Cato Institute to quantify the impact of national policies on economic environment and commercial exchange.
