The European Union's economic growth rate slowed to 1.8% in the second quarter of 2026, down from 2.2% in the previous quarter, according to the latest data from Eurostat.
The European Commission's spring 2026 economic forecast projects the EU's GDP to grow by 1.9% in 2026, with the second quarter growth rate expected to be 1.7%.
The European Union's Q2 2026 GDP growth rate came in at 1.8%, missing expectations of 2.0% and sparking concerns about the region's economic outlook.
This article examines the European Union's economic growth prospects, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine, and argues that the EU's growth rate is likely to remain sluggish in the second quarter of 2026.
The Euro Area GDP growth rate was 1.7% in the second quarter of 2026, according to data from Trading Economics, which provides historical data and forecasts for the EU's economic indicators.
The International Monetary Fund's (IMF) latest economic outlook for the European Union projects a growth rate of 1.8% in 2026, with the second quarter growth rate expected to be 1.6%.
CNBC's video analysis of the European Union's Q2 2026 economic growth rate, featuring expert insights and forecasts from leading economists and policymakers.
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) reviews the European Union's economic growth performance in the second quarter of 2026, highlighting key trends and challenges.