The International Monetary Fund (IMF) provides for the development of Greek economy 2% for both 2025 and 2026, according to its latest report on its prospects world economy that was released today. For 2024, the IMF forecast was slightly higher at 2.3%.

THE Greece’s growth rate It is expected to remain higher than the eurozone average, where the IMF estimates that it will reach 1.3% in both 2025 and 2026.

According to the report, Unemployment in the country is estimated to continue to decline, reaching 9% in 2025 and 8.4% in 2026, from 10.1% in 2023.

In terms of inflation, based on Eurostat’s harmonized index, The IMF predicts it will be set at average at 3.1% In 2025, slightly increased by 3% of 2023, to drop to 2.5% in 2026.

The current account deficit is estimated to be reduced by 7% of GDP in 2024 to 5.8% in 2025 and to 5.3% in 2026.

Forecasts for the global economy

The Fund’s report, entitled “In constant change, the global economy, its prospects remain uncertain”points out that the global economy is adapted to a new landscape shaped by changes in politics, such as Increases in US duties.

The IMF reports that some extreme high duties have been reduced through agreements, but the overall environment is characterized by volatility. Factors that reinforced activity in the first half of 2025, such as frontloading of exports to the US, appear to be exhausted.

As a result, forecasts for global growth have been slightly revised compared to April 2025, but remain lower than before the US duty increases.

Global growth is expected to slow down from 3.3% in 2024 to 3.2% in 2025 and 3.1% in 2026. Developed economies are projected to move at a rate of about 1.5%, while emerging markets and growing economies are expected to exceed 4%.

Inflation worldwide is estimated to continue to decline, with variations by country. In the US it is projected to remain higher than the target, while in other countries it will move lower.

The IMF points out that the risks to global development remain downward due to prolonged uncertainty, increased protectionism and disorders in labor supply.

In addition, fiscal weaknesses, possible corrections in financial markets and the erosion of institutions could threaten stability. The Fund calls on policy makers to restore trust with reliable, transparent and sustainable policies.

The report stresses that commercial diplomacy must be accompanied by macroeconomic adjustments and structural reforms, while emphasizing the maintenance of the independence of central banks.