Which country had the highest Gini index in 2025 according to the World Bank?

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A. South Africa A.

B. Brazil B.

C. United States C.

D. India D.

South Africa continued to have the highest Gini index in 2025, with a value exceeding 63.0, reflecting significant income inequality.
The Gini index measures income or wealth distribution on a scale of 0 (perfect equality) to 100 (perfect inequality).
This persistent inequality highlights the challenges in addressing economic disparities within the country.
Key Point: High Gini indices are often associated with structural issues such as unemployment, education disparities, and historical inequalities.
The Slovak Republic has one of the lowest Gini index scores, at 24.1, making it one of the most equal countries in the world.
India ranked fourth globally, with a Gini Index of 25.5.

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