First Nations to Cross the $1 Trillion GDP Mark 📊 The “Trillion Dollar Cup” highlights the countries that first achieved a nominal GDP of at least one trillion US dollars. The journey began with the United States in 1969, followed by Japan, Germany, and France, marking milestones in global economic history. As decades passed, more economies entered this elite group, reflecting the steady expansion of global output and financial power. By 2023, a total of 19 countries had crossed the trillion-dollar threshold, underscoring the broadening distribution of economic strength worldwide