Liberia is one of the world's poorest countries, with a formal employment rate of 15%.
[2] GDP per capita peaked in 1980 at US$496, when it was comparable to Egypt's (at the time).
[4] Historically, the Liberian economy has depended heavily on foreign aid, foreign direct investment and exports of natural resources such as iron ore, rubber and timber.
[5] This list includes notable companies with primary headquarters located in the country.
Organizations which have ceased operations are included and noted as defunct.