Georgia’s real gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 8% year-on-year in July 2026, according to rapid estimates released by the National Statistics Office (Geostat) on August 31. Average real GDP growth for January-July stood at 7.9%. Growth in July was mainly driven by manufacturing, information and communication, financial and insurance activities, mining and quarrying, and transportation and storage. Construction recorded a decline. International financial institutions continue to project robust, albeit moderating, economic growth for Georgia in 2026. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) raised its forecast for Georgia’s 2026 economic growth to 6% in its latest report.