World Economic Outlook, April 2026
The IMF forecasts the world GDP to grow at 3.5% in 2026 and 3.7% in 2027, driven by a rebound in investment and consumption in advanced economies.
The IMF forecasts the world GDP to grow at 3.5% in 2026 and 3.7% in 2027, driven by a rebound in investment and consumption in advanced economies.
The World Bank projects global GDP growth to reach 3.3% in 2026 and 3.5% in 2027, with emerging markets and developing economies driving growth.
Access the latest data and forecasts for world GDP, including historical data and projections for 2026 and 2027, in the IMF's WEO database.
Bloomberg economists predict the global economy will grow at a moderate pace in 2026 and 2027, with the IMF forecasting 3.5% and 3.7% growth, respectively.
Brookings researchers analyze the IMF's World Economic Outlook and discuss implications for global economic growth, trade, and investment in 2026 and 2027.
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The Conference Board forecasts global GDP growth to reach 3.4% in 2026 and 3.6% in 2027, with the US, Eurozone, and China driving growth.
The OECD projects global GDP growth to reach 3.2% in 2026 and 3.4% in 2027, with a focus on policy priorities to support sustainable and inclusive growth.