Top 10 countries for economic freedom

A new study from the Fraser Institute ranks 159 countries and territories globally on their level of economic freedom, based on the size of government, taxation, rule of law, property rights, regulation and other contributing factors. This ranking influences decision-makers worldwide, as companies look to invest overseas and charities seek to improve poverty rates globally.
Each country is given a score out of 10, calculated based on the total scores received on 42 factors. To read the report and its methodology, click here.
Click through to see who ranked as the top most economically-free countries.