Chile’s gross domestic product returned to positive territory in the fourth quarter of 2025, posting quarter-on-quarter growth of 0.60%, according to data updated on 18 March 2026. This marks a clear turnaround from the third quarter of 2025, when GDP had edged down by 0.10% compared with the previous quarter.
On a quarter-over-quarter basis, the latest reading shows that Chile has shifted from mild contraction to moderate expansion, signaling improved economic momentum at the end of 2025. The comparison framework highlights that while the previous period reflected a negative change versus the second quarter, the fourth-quarter data capture a recovery in output relative to the third quarter.
The move back into positive growth suggests a stabilization in activity, with the Q4 performance helping to close the year on a stronger footing. Market participants and policymakers are likely to scrutinize upcoming releases to assess whether this quarterly rebound can be sustained into 2026.
