Economic
Serbia Projects Highest Economic Growth in Southeast Europe for 2026
IMF forecasts Serbia to match Croatia's GDP in 2026 and become Southeast Europe's largest economy by 2027, with growth around 3–4% and inflation near 3–4%.
Recent projections indicate that 2026 could mark a major economic turning point for Serbia, as the country is expected to reach nominal GDP parity with Croatia and potentially emerge as the largest economy in Southeast Europe by 2027. The IMF estimates real GDP growth between 3.0 and 4.0%, with inflation of about 3.2–4.0%, while the unemployment rate stabilizes around 8.4–8.8%. The fiscal deficit is projected to stay below 3% of GDP, public debt near 46–47%, and the current account deficit around -5 to -6%. Emphasis is placed on structural reforms and the investment climate to sustain growth amid regional and global uncertainties.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Belgrade, Serbia
- Date added
- 2026-03-23 01:03 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-23 01:03 UTC
- Source
- IFIMES
- Connected threats
- Not provided