The economy of the Brazilian state of Pernambuco is based on agriculture, animal husbandry and industries.The economy of the state, after stagnating from 1985 and 1995, has been growing rapidly since the end of the twentieth century. In 2000, the GDP per capita was R$ 3.673 ($ 2098), resulting in more than 40% growth in this period, and more than 10% in a year.