IMF raises Japan’s growth forecast for 2026 to 0.7%

What happened: The IMF raised Japan's 2026 growth forecast to 0.7%, up 0.1 point from July, in its World Economic Outlook. It cited fiscal support partly cushioning higher energy prices. Key numbers: Japan 2026 growth 0.7%, 2027 growth 0.7%. Global growth 3.1% in 2026, 3.4% in 2027. Why it matters: The IMF said Japan's growth stabilizes as the energy shock fades and monetary policy normalizes. It flagged downside risks, including Middle East escalation and weaker AI investment. Coverage: 7 outlets in 24h

The IMF raised Japan's 2026 growth forecast to 0.7%, up 0.1 point from July, in its World Economic Outlook. It cited fiscal support partly cushioning higher energy prices.

The IMF said Japan's growth stabilizes as the energy shock fades and monetary policy normalizes. It flagged downside risks, including Middle East escalation and weaker AI investment.