The World Trade Organization (WTO) forecasts a moderate growth in global trade for Q2 2026, driven by a rebound in demand and easing supply chain pressures.
According to a Bloomberg survey, economists expect world trade growth to decelerate in Q2 2026 due to rising trade tensions and a stronger US dollar.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) projects a 3.5% growth in global trade for Q2 2026, driven by a recovery in emerging markets and a pickup in commodity prices.
HSBC's latest trade report forecasts a 4% growth in global trade for Q2 2026, driven by a strong rebound in Asian trade and a moderate pickup in European trade.
The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) expects global trade to grow by 3.2% in Q2 2026, driven by a recovery in South-South trade and a pickup in trade in services.
CNBC's latest forecast expects world trade growth to slow to 2.8% in Q2 2026, due to rising trade tensions and a slowdown in global economic growth.
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) forecasts a moderate growth in global trade for Q2 2026, driven by a pickup in trade in goods and a recovery in trade in services.
The US Department of Commerce forecasts a 4.2% growth in US exports for Q2 2026, driven by a strong rebound in global demand and a pickup in trade with key partners.