Updated
Updated · DIGITIMES · Jul 23
Fitch Raises Taiwan 2026 GDP Forecast to 9.4% as US-Iran Conflict Impact Seen Limited
Updated
Updated · DIGITIMES · Jul 23

Fitch Raises Taiwan 2026 GDP Forecast to 9.4% as US-Iran Conflict Impact Seen Limited

1 articles · Updated · DIGITIMES · Jul 23

Summary

  • Taiwan’s 2026 growth outlook was lifted to 9.4% from 6.9%, while Fitch also raised its 2027 forecast to 4.8% from 4.0% at a July 21 forum in Taipei.
  • Fitch said the US-Iran conflict is expected to have only limited effects on Taiwan, supporting the sharper upgrade to the island’s near-term economic outlook.
  • The revisions point to stronger momentum carrying into 2027 as well, though growth is still forecast to slow from the elevated 2026 pace.

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