Global Economic Outlook: April 2026

Markit3.74K FollowersFollow5ShareSavePlay(6min)CommentsSummaryNegotiations to end the conflict in the Middle East are ongoing, but the economic impacts will be felt for some time yet. The outlook, and the duration of the related economic disruptions, remain highly uncertain.Central bank responses to the energy shock are likely to vary. A “textbook” monetary policy response to a rise in headline inflation driven by a short-lived energy supply shock would be to “look through” it.We have cut our real GDP growth forecasts for 2026 in most major economies. Higher inflation squeezes household real incomes, while consumer confidence is tumbling from already low levels in many economies. gopixa/iStock via Getty Images What are the key changes in our global economic outlook this month? Negotiations to end the conflict in the Middle East are ongoing, but the economic impacts will be felt for some time yet. The outlook, and theThis article was written byMarkit3.74K FollowersFollowIHS Markit (Nasdaq: INFO) is a world leader in critical information, analytics and solutions for the major industries and markets that drive economies worldwide. The company delivers next-generation information, analytics and solutions to customers in business, finance and government, improving their operational efficiency and providing deep insights that lead to well-informed, confident decisions. IHS Markit has more than 50,000 key business and government customers, including 80 percent of the Fortune Global 500 and the world’s leading financial institutions. Headquartered in London, IHS Markit is committed to sustainable, profitable growth.