Following a resilient performance in 2024, the global economy is expected to record a mild slowdown in 2025, as geopolitical tensions, uncertainty surrounding US policies, and weak Chinese and European growth prospects weigh.

However, with the pivot towards interest rate cuts likely to gain pace in 2025 - as global inflation levels converge with central bank targets - investor and consumer optimism and industrial productivity will record an uptick globally. While regional divergences will persist in 2025, with emerging segments’ growth outpacing that of advanced economies, emphasis on decisive fiscal consolidation, debt reduction, structural reforms, and employment generation will take precedence. Industry players must work towards insulating themselves from increasing trade fragmentation and supply disruptions.

This analysis explores global and regional economic scenarios through growth trajectory analysis and visioning scenarios. It provides foresight to businesses and policymakers on the top global megatrends pertaining to commodity prices, labor markets, inflation, and the global interest rate environment.

Based on an in-depth analysis of global and regional growth opportunities and risk mitigation strategies, Frost & Sullivan, within this piece, provides a comprehensive understanding of the scope of these opportunities for businesses and governments alike.

• What are the 2025 GDP growth analyses for the global economy and key advanced and emerging economies?
• What are the top macroeconomic growth opportunities and expected transformations at a global and regional level in 2025?
• Which global economic visioning scenarios will impact the growth potential of the global economy and pave the way for new growth prospects?