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Economic Growth Forecasts for 2026: Cyprus Among Top Performers

Published January 5, 2026, 05:10
Economic Growth Forecasts for 2026: Cyprus Among Top Performers

Analysts are examining GDP growth forecasts for European countries in 2026, considering the impact of artificial intelligence and improved economic conditions. Cyprus is expected to have strong growth, with a predicted rate of 3.1%, along with Poland (3.4%) and Lithuania (3.1%). Germany and France are forecast to grow by 1%, while Austria and Finland will have the lowest growth, at 0.9% and Italy at 0.6%. The OECD predicts an overall GDP increase of 1.4% in the EU for 2025 and 2026, with the Eurozone lagging behind the US and China. Despite the challenges, Europe is showing signs of recovery, making European assets more attractive.