World Economic Outlook, April 2026
The IMF's latest report forecasts global economic growth to reach 3.5% in 2026, driven by a rebound in emerging markets and a moderate expansion in advanced economies.
The IMF's latest report forecasts global economic growth to reach 3.5% in 2026, driven by a rebound in emerging markets and a moderate expansion in advanced economies.
According to the IMF's World Economic Outlook, global economic growth is expected to slow to 3.5% in 2026, down from 3.8% in 2025, due to rising interest rates and a decline in trade.
The World Bank's analysis of the IMF's report highlights the need for policymakers to address rising debt levels and implement structural reforms to boost economic growth and reduce inequality.
This report by McKinsey provides an in-depth analysis of the IMF's forecast and offers insights on how businesses and governments can navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by the slowing global economy.
The IMF's database provides access to historical and forecast data on global economic growth, inflation, and other key indicators, allowing users to analyze trends and patterns in the global economy.
In this video, economists from the Peterson Institute for International Economics discuss the IMF's forecast and provide their own analysis of the global economic outlook for 2026.
CNBC's analysis of the IMF's report highlights the implications of the forecast for investors, including the potential impact on stock markets, commodity prices, and currency exchange rates.
This research paper by Harvard University's Center for International Development evaluates the methodology and assumptions underlying the IMF's forecast and provides an alternative perspective on the global economic outlook for 2026.