Will South Korea GDP growth in Q1 2026 be at least 2.5%?

“South Korea's GDP growth has been sluggish, with political instability and global trade headwinds (US tariffs). Recent forecasts for 2025-2026 growth are around 1.5-2.0% YoY. Reaching 2.5% in Q1 2026 would require a significant acceleration that seems unlikely given current condi”

“South Korea's recent quarterly GDP growth has been below 2.5%, averaging around 2.0-2.3% in 2025. While 2026 Q1 could see improvement, reaching 2.5% requires stronger momentum than current indicators suggest.”

“South Korea's economy has shown resilience and steady growth trends. Recent policy measures and global economic conditions suggest a moderate likelihood of achieving at least 2.5% growth in Q1 2026.”