Russia Tops List of 50 Biggest Countries by Total Area; U.S., China, Germany Projected as Top 3 Biggest Economies in 2024

The 50 biggest countries on Earth are ranked by total area in square kilometers, from Kenya at #50 with 0.58 million sq km to Russia at #1 with 17 million sq km.

The top 3 biggest economies in 2024 are projected to be the United States, China, and Germany. Key industries driving growth include technology, healthcare, e-commerce, banking, and more.

Notable updates Microsoft launched an AI healthcare collaboration, Alibaba reported strong earnings growth, and Royal Bank of Canada saw increased assets under management and opportunities for continued growth.

The top 10 biggest countries include Algeria, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Greenland, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Indonesia, Sudan, Libya, Iran, and Canada.

The full list documents the total area of each country from smallest to largest, spanning continents like Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, South America, and Oceania.