World Bank Sees Pacific Growth Slowing to 2.8 Percent
Pacific growth is forecast to slow to 2.8 percent in 2026 as high costs weigh on activity. The World Bank expects regional inflation to reach 4.5 percent in 2026.
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The World Bank expects economic growth across 11 Pacific Island nations to slow to 2.8% in 2026. Growth slowed to an estimated 3.2% in 2024 and 2025, down from 6.5% in 2023. This slowdown matters because rising import costs and slowing tourism momentum threaten fiscal stability in a region highly sensitive to global energy shocks.
