Austria’s gross domestic product edged back into positive territory in the third quarter of 2026, expanding by 0.2% quarter-over-quarter, according to data updated on 30 October 2026. The modest gain follows a slight contraction of 0.1% in the second quarter of 2026, signaling a fragile but noticeable improvement in short-term economic momentum.
Measured on a quarter-over-quarter basis, the latest figures show that Austria has reversed the negative trend seen earlier in the year. The previous reading of -0.1% in Q2 2026, which compared activity to the first quarter, has now been followed by a positive 0.2% change in Q3 compared to Q2.
The shift from contraction to growth suggests that economic conditions have stabilized somewhat after mid-year weakness. While the pace of expansion remains subdued, the return to positive territory in the third quarter will be closely watched by policymakers and markets as an early indication of whether Austria can sustain a firmer recovery into the end of 2026.
