The World Bank forecasts that emerging markets will experience a moderate growth rate of 4.5% in 2026, driven by increasing investment in infrastructure and a rising middle class.
Researchers at Harvard University predict that emerging markets will account for over 50% of global economic growth by 2026, with countries such as India and China leading the charge.
Bloomberg analysts expect emerging markets to face significant challenges in 2026, including rising inflation and trade tensions, but also see opportunities for growth in sectors such as technology and renewable energy.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) projects that emerging markets will grow at a rate of 4.8% in 2026, driven by strong domestic demand and increasing trade with advanced economies.
McKinsey & Company predicts that emerging markets will experience significant growth in 2026, driven by urbanization, technological innovation, and increasing consumer spending.
Data scientists on Kaggle have developed a predictive model that forecasts emerging markets will experience a growth rate of 5.1% in 2026, based on trends in economic indicators such as GDP and inflation.
The Economist Intelligence Unit forecasts that emerging markets will face significant risks in 2026, including political instability and economic volatility, but also sees opportunities for growth in sectors such as finance and logistics.
In this video, experts from the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) discuss the outlook for emerging markets in 2026, including trends in trade, investment, and economic growth.