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January 26, Fineko/abc.az. GDP growth in developed economies in 2026 will be 1.8% against 1.7% in 2025.

ABC.AZ reports that the relevant assessment is presented in IMF’s World Economic Outlook Update.

By the end of 2025, the IMF forecasts growth of developed economies at the level of 1.7%. In the U.S., GDP is expected to increase by 2.4% in 2026, which exceeds potential growth rate of 2.1% in 2025.

According to the IMF, fiscal policy measures, a reduction in Federal Reserve's interest rate, and reduction in the negative impact of increased trade barriers contribute to accelerating economic growth.

The U.S. economy is expected to grow at steady 2.0% in 2027 due to the short-term fiscal momentum associated with tax breaks for corporate investments under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

At the same time, it is predicted that the momentum driven by technological development will gradually weaken, but it will still partially offset the reduction in immigration and the slowdown in consumption.

The economic growth rate in the eurozone is projected to remain stable at 1.3% in 2026 and 1.4% in 2027. The acceleration in growth in 2027 reflects an expected increase in government spending, particularly in Germany, as well as continued high growth rates in Ireland and Spain.