The International Monetary Fund forecasts a 3.5% increase in global GDP for the second quarter of 2026, driven by growth in emerging markets and a rebound in advanced economies.
Bloomberg Economics predicts a modest slowdown in global GDP growth to 3.2% in the second quarter of 2026, citing rising interest rates and trade tensions.
The World Bank projects a 3.8% expansion in global GDP for the second quarter of 2026, driven by investments in infrastructure and human capital in developing countries.
Trading Economics forecasts a 3.5% increase in global GDP for the second quarter of 2026, with the US, China, and the EU driving growth.
Researchers at Harvard University predict a 3.2% increase in global GDP for the second quarter of 2026, citing a decline in global trade volumes and rising protectionism.
The Economist Intelligence Unit forecasts a 4.5% expansion in emerging market GDP for the second quarter of 2026, driven by growth in Asia and Latin America.
The OECD provides a comprehensive database of global GDP forecasts, including projections for the second quarter of 2026, from leading international organizations and research institutions.
A video analysis by a leading economic commentator discusses the implications of a 3.5% global GDP growth forecast for the second quarter of 2026, including potential risks and opportunities.