The International Monetary Fund projects global economic growth to reach 3.5% in Q2, 3.8% in Q3, and 4.0% in Q4 2026, driven by recovery in major economies and increased investment.
Researchers at Harvard University forecast global economic growth to slow down in Q2 2026 due to geopolitical tensions, but expect a rebound in Q3 and Q4 with growth rates of 3.2% and 3.5%, respectively.
Bloomberg economists predict the global economy will grow by 3.8% in Q2, 4.1% in Q3, and 4.3% in Q4 2026, citing strong consumer spending and business investment as key drivers.
The World Bank projects varying economic growth rates across regions in 2026: East Asia and Pacific at 5.5% in Q2, 5.8% in Q3, and 6.0% in Q4; Europe and Central Asia at 2.5% in Q2, 2.8% in Q3, and 3.0% in Q4.
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development forecasts the global economy to grow by 3.2% in 2026, with Q2, Q3, and Q4 growth rates expected to be 3.0%, 3.3%, and 3.5%, respectively, driven by fiscal and monetary policy support.
This interactive tool allows users to explore and compare economic growth projections for 2026 across different countries and regions, with forecasts for Q2, Q3, and Q4 available.
In this video, economists discuss the global economic growth projections for 2026, highlighting potential challenges such as inflation and geopolitical risks, as well as opportunities for growth in emerging markets.
The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs projects global economic growth to reach 3.5% in 2026, with growth rates in Q2, Q3, and Q4 expected to be 3.2%, 3.5%, and 3.8%, respectively, driven by progress in sustainable development goals.