Fastest growing economies: Uzbekistan is also on the list
In an infographic based on forecasts by the International Monetary Fund, Uzbekistan was listed among the economies expected to grow the fastest in 2026. Guyana in South America leads the list: the country's real gross domestic product is forecasted to grow by 22.3 percent.
Fastest growing economies: Uzbekistan is also on the list
Among them are mainly Asian and African countries
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According to the IMF forecast, the global economy is expected to grow by 3.1 percent by the end of 2026. Despite geopolitical instability, energy shocks, and increasing uncertainty, global economic growth is projected to continue.
In Guyana, the leader of the list, real GDP growth is expected to reach 22.3 percent. Such a high rate is mainly linked to the expansion of the country's oil sector.
For Taiwan's economy, a growth of 10.7 percent is projected. The rapid development of artificial intelligence technologies and the increasing demand for technological products are highlighted as factors supporting this growth.
Among the economies in Africa where high growth is expected, South Sudan, Ethiopia, and Rwanda stand out. In Asia, besides Taiwan, Kyrgyzstan, Vietnam, and Uzbekistan are also noted.
The figures presented are forecasts for the end of 2026, not yet recorded final results.