Chile GDP Growth Rate — 2026 Data, Trend & Forecast
Chile's GDP growth rate was 0.21% in March 2026, down from 1.54% the previous quarter. A year earlier it stood at 2.94%.
Chile's GDP growth rate stands at 0.21% as of March 2026. The GDP growth rate currently sits at 0.21% (down from 1.54% in the prior quarter). Across the tracked window it has ranged between -14.42% and 17.65%, and is 2.73% lower than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 214 economies tracked on this platform, Chile ranks #193 on GDP growth rate by latest value. It fell from 1.54% in the previous quarter, and compares with a year-earlier 2.94%.
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 |
|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 0.21% |
| Dec 2025 | 1.54% |
| Sep 2025 | 1.96% |
| Jun 2025 | 3.98% |
| Mar 2025 | 2.94% |
| Dec 2024 | 3.23% |
| Sep 2024 | 2.53% |
| Jun 2024 | 1.74% |
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 Chile in 2026?
Chile's GDP growth rate was 0.21% in March 2026, down from 1.54% the previous quarter. A year earlier it stood at 2.94%.
Is the GDP growth rate rising or falling in Chile?
It fell in the latest reading — 0.21% in March 2026 versus 1.54% 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.