Austria GDP Growth Rate — 2026 Data, Trend & Forecast
Austria's GDP growth rate was 0.58% in September 2026, down from 0.79% the previous quarter. A year earlier it stood at 0.95%.
Austria's GDP growth rate stands at 0.58% as of September 2026. The GDP growth rate currently sits at 0.58% (down from 0.79% in the prior quarter). Across the tracked window it has ranged between -14.33% and 13.57%, and is 0.38% lower than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 215 economies tracked on this platform, Austria ranks #189 on GDP growth rate by latest value. It fell from 0.79% in the previous quarter, and compares with a year-earlier 0.95%.
What's driving it
Growth reflects household spending, investment, government outlays and net exports, and is sensitive to interest rates, global demand and confidence.
Recent readings
| Period | GDP growth rate |
|---|---|
| Sep 2026 | 0.58% |
| Jun 2026 | 0.79% |
| Mar 2026 | 1.17% |
| Dec 2025 | 1.11% |
| Sep 2025 | 0.95% |
| Jun 2025 | 0.70% |
| Mar 2025 | 0.37% |
| Dec 2024 | 0.31% |
Data: Source: OECD (terms permit extract/distribute, incl. commercial, with citation). Figures carry an effective date; confirm with the source before relying on them.
Frequently asked questions
What Is the GDP Growth Rate of Austria in 2026?
Austria's GDP growth rate was 0.58% in September 2026, down from 0.79% the previous quarter. A year earlier it stood at 0.95%.
Is the GDP growth rate rising or falling in Austria?
It fell in the latest reading — 0.58% in September 2026 versus 0.79% a quarter earlier. Year on year it is lower.
What is GDP growth rate?
It measures how fast the economy is expanding, measured as the annual change in gross domestic product.