Iraq is ranked 172 among 190 economies in the ease of doing business, according to the latest World Bank annual ratings. The rank of Iraq deteriorated to 172 in 2019 from 171 in 2018. Ease of Doing Business in Iraq averaged 161.17 from 2008 until 2019, reaching an all time high of 172.00 in 2019 and a record low of 150.00 in 2008. source: World Bank



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Ease of Doing Business in Iraq
The Ease of doing business index ranks countries against each other based on how the regulatory environment is conducive to business operationstronger protections of property rights. Economies with a high rank (1 to 20) have simpler and more friendly regulations for businesses.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
172.00 171.00 172.00 150.00 2008 - 2019 Yearly