Austrian central bank raises 2027 growth outlook
Austrias central bank lowered its 2026 economic growth forecast to 0.5 percent following a weak first half. However, it raised the 2027 outlook to 1.3 percent as improving global trade and manufacturing boost export prospects.
Austria's central bank lowered its 2026 economic growth forecast to 0.5% following a weaker first half, but raised next year's outlook to 1.3%. The revision reflects stronger global trade and improved domestic manufacturing sentiment heading into the autumn. Investors are tracking how recovering export demand offsets regional headwinds and shifting inflation trajectories.
