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Data Starter: Growth forecasts for the G20 economies 2025 and 2026

Elizabeth Veal

4th July 2025

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Which G20 economies are forecast to experience the fastest economic growth in 2025 and 2026?

Using the Visual Capitalist infographic, answer the following questions:

  1. Compare the growth forecast in 2026 for the UK with the 2026 forecasts for the BRIC economies.
  2. The forecast for the G20 in 2025 is the same as for 2026 at 2.9%. How many G20 countries are expected to see (a) higher growth in 2026 than in 2025, (b) same growth rate and (c) slower growth in 2026 than in 2025?

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Elizabeth Veal

Liz has taught Economics for over 25 years, including several years as Head of Economics at leading schools.

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