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ADB Slightly Raises 2026 Growth Forecast for Developing Asia-Pacific to 5.0%
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On September 23, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) released its September 2026 update of the Asian Development Outlook. The report states that while economic growth in developing Asia-Pacific economies has slowed compared to last year, the region remains resilient amid increasingly challenging conditions. Driven by strong domestic demand, government stimulus measures, and continued strength in the technology sector, the ADB now forecasts a growth rate of 5.0% for 2026, slightly up from its July projection but down from 5.5% in 2025. The forecast for 2027 remains unchanged at 5.1%. The report was covered by Chinese state media outlet CCTV News and summarized by financial data provider Jin10.
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September 23 — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) published its Asian Development Outlook (September 2026 Edition) on September 23, highlighting the resilience of developing economies in the Asia-Pacific region despite a slowdown in growth compared to the previous year.
According to the report, robust domestic demand, government stimulus measures, and continued strength in the technology-related sectors have supported economic activity across the region.
Key Projections
- 2026 growth forecast: 5.0% for developing economies in Asia and the Pacific — slightly revised upward from the July forecast, though lower than the 5.5% recorded in 2025.
- 2027 growth forecast: Maintained at 5.1%, unchanged from previous projections.
(Source: CCTV News)
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金十数据Eastern
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ADB slightly raises 2026 growth forecast for developing Asia-Pacific to 5.0%