The IMF forecasts a 2026 GDP growth rate of 2.1% for developed countries, down from 2.3% in 2025, due to slowing global trade and rising interest rates.
Developed countries are expected to experience a moderate GDP growth rate of 1.9% in 2026, driven by a rebound in business investment and consumption, according to the World Bank.
The OECD projects a 2026 GDP growth rate of 2.0% for its member countries, citing a slowdown in labor market growth and a decline in productivity gains.
The IMF has lowered its 2026 GDP growth forecast for developed countries to 1.8%, citing concerns over inflation, interest rates, and global trade tensions.
The Conference Board forecasts a 2026 GDP growth rate of 2.2% for developed countries, driven by a strong US economy and a rebound in European growth.
Trading Economics provides a comprehensive forecast of 2026 GDP growth rates for developed countries, including the US, EU, and Japan, based on IMF and OECD data.
Brookings Institution experts discuss the 2026 economic outlook for developed countries, including the impact of monetary policy, trade, and technological change.
The IMF presents its World Economic Outlook for April 2026, including a forecast of 2026 GDP growth rates for developed countries, in a video press conference.