World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026 report is out!

Category: Announcements Date: 9 January 2026
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United Nations has released the World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026 report!

Global growth is resilient—but momentum is slowing, and risks are rising.

Growth is projected to slow to 2.7% in 2026, below both 2025 levels and the pre-pandemic average.

Key findings:

  • Trade & investment face growing headwinds
  • Cost-of-living crisis continues
  • Debt burdens deepen in developing economies
  • Multilateral cooperation is weakening

The report calls for stronger macroeconomic policy coordination, increased development finance, and a more open, rules-based global trade system.

Global cooperation is critical to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.

Click here to access the report!