The European Commission's Spring 2026 forecast projects the EU economy to grow by 1.8% in 2026, with inflation expected to moderate to 2.2%.
The IMF forecasts the EU's GDP growth to slow down to 1.5% in Q2 2026 due to global economic headwinds, while the unemployment rate is expected to remain stable at 7.2%.
Bruegel's analysis of Q2 2026 economic projections for the EU reveals a mixed picture, with the manufacturing sector expected to contract by 1.1%, while the services sector is projected to grow by 2.5%.
Bloomberg Economics forecasts the EU's economy to expand by 1.9% in Q2 2026, driven by a rebound in consumer spending and a pickup in business investment.
Econforge's comparison of Q2 2026 economic projections for the EU reveals significant differences between models, with some forecasting a recession and others predicting a mild slowdown.
CNBC's interview with EU Commissioner for Economy reveals that the EU is expected to experience a slowdown in Q2 2026, but the Commissioner remains optimistic about the bloc's long-term growth prospects.
VoxEU's analysis of Q2 2026 economic projections for the EU highlights the importance of fiscal policy in supporting economic growth, and argues that a coordinated fiscal response is needed to address the slowdown.
The London School of Economics' seminar on Q2 2026 economic projections for the EU discusses the policy implications of the forecast, including the need for monetary policy easing and structural reforms.