The global economy in 2026 will be a story of resilience and shifting power. While the world faces challenges like changing trade policies and high debt, total economic output is still expected to grow by about 3.1-3.3%.
This year, the engine of global growth is moving toward Asia. China and India alone will contribute nearly 44% towards the global GDP. Meanwhile, emerging markets in Africa and Southeast Asia are using their young workforces and natural resources to climb the rankings.
In this gallery, we explore the top 30 countries fueling the world’s economic future. Want to know which countries are the biggest contributors? Click to find out.
All figures in USD.