Saint Lucia: Trade freedom

The latest value from 2024 is 60 points, an increase from 57 points in 2023. In comparison, the world average is 70 points, based on data from 176 countries. Historically, the average for Saint Lucia from 2009 to 2024 is 69 points. The minimum value, 57 points, was reached in 2022 while the maximum of 74 points was recorded in 2018. See the global rankings for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.

The Trade Freedom index for Saint Lucia measures the absence of tariffs and other barriers that affect the international trade of goods and services.

Definition: The Trade freedom index is based on two indicators: the trade-weighted average tariff rate and non-tariff barriers (including quantity, price, regulatory, customs and investment restrictions, and direct government intervention).