One of the biggest changes this year is Australia moving up to fifth place. It has seen one of the greatest improvements among the top countries.

New 2026 global IQ rankings reveal South Korea leads with an average IQ of 106.97. China and Japan follow closely. Vietnam shows the most significant improvement, entering the top ten. Australia also ...

Countries that invest in education, research, and cultural learning often find themselves at the forefront of global progress. A new study by World Population Review in 2025 reveals the top 10 ...