The World Bank forecasts a moderate economic growth of 2.2% for developed countries in 2026, with a slight increase to 2.5% in 2027, driven by a recovery in investment and trade.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicts that developed countries will experience a growth rate of 2.1% in 2026 and 2.3% in 2027, with the US and EU being the primary drivers of growth.
The World Bank has lowered its global economic growth forecast for 2026 to 3.2%, citing risks from trade tensions and a slowdown in major economies, with developed countries expected to grow at a slower pace.
The OECD reports that developed countries are expected to experience a modest economic growth of 2.0% in 2026 and 2.2% in 2027, driven by a rebound in business investment and consumption.
Trading Economics provides a comprehensive forecast of economic growth for developed countries, with predictions ranging from 1.8% to 2.5% for 2026 and 2.0% to 2.8% for 2027, depending on the country and region.
The Economist Intelligence Unit forecasts that developed countries will experience a slow economic growth of 1.9% in 2026 and 2.1% in 2027, due to ongoing trade tensions and a decline in business confidence.
This video provides an in-depth analysis of the World Bank's economic growth forecast for developed countries in 2026 and 2027, discussing the key drivers and risks of growth.
This research paper from Harvard University provides a comparative analysis of economic growth in developed countries, examining the impact of monetary policy, trade, and investment on growth rates in 2026 and 2027.