S&P Boosts Spain's 2026 GDP Forecast to 2.4% Amid Eurozone Lag

S&P Global Ratings has upgraded its forecast for Spain's economy in 2026, predicting a growth rate of 2.4%. This puts Spain ahead of major European economies such as Germany and France, but still behind Poland.

The rating agency also forecasts a GDP increase of 1.8% for 2027, two tenths more than its previous estimate.

In terms of inflation, S&P expects Spain's rate to be 3.2% in 2026 and 3% in 2027, before moderating to 2% by 2028 and 2029.