The International Monetary Fund projects a 3.5% quarterly GDP growth rate for 2026, driven by a rebound in consumer spending and investment.
Researchers at Harvard University predict a 3.2% quarterly GDP growth in 2026, with the services sector expected to drive growth, according to a recent study published in the Harvard Economic Review.
Bloomberg Economics forecasts a 3.8% quarterly GDP growth rate for Q1 2026, citing a strong labor market and increased government spending as key drivers.
The Atlanta Fed's GDP Nowcast tool estimates a 3.5% quarterly GDP growth rate for 2026, based on a dynamic factor model that incorporates a wide range of economic data.
The Conference Board predicts a 3.1% quarterly GDP growth rate for 2026, driven by a modest increase in business investment and a strong consumer sector, according to its latest economic forecast.
Trading Economics provides a quarterly GDP forecast for 2026, with predictions from over 20 top economists and institutions, including the IMF and the World Bank.
The OECD forecasts a 3.4% quarterly GDP growth rate for 2026, driven by a rebound in global trade and investment, according to its latest Economic Outlook report.
A video by economist Ray Dalio discusses the quarterly GDP forecast for 2026, highlighting the potential risks and opportunities in the global economy.