Greece’s economic momentum slowed markedly at the start of 2026, with quarter‑on‑quarter GDP growth easing to 0.20% in the first quarter, down from 0.70% in the fourth quarter of 2025. The latest figures, updated on 5 June 2026, underscore a clear loss of short‑term growth traction after a comparatively stronger end to last year.
On a quarter‑over‑quarter basis, the current reading reflects a weaker expansion of output relative to the previous period, when the 0.70% increase in Q4 2025 was itself measured against the third quarter of 2025. The new data point for Q1 2026, in turn, is assessed against Q4 2025, highlighting a pronounced moderation in sequential growth.
The softer pace of GDP expansion may prompt closer scrutiny from investors and policymakers monitoring the sustainability of Greece’s recent recovery trend, as the economy enters 2026 with a noticeably slower, though still positive, growth profile.
