FAB Forecasts Divergent Growth And Capital Reallocation

First Abu Dhabi Bank in its Global Investment Outlook 2026 projects global GDP growth of 3.1% in 2026, marginally below 2025's 3.2%, and forecasts advanced-economy growth around 1.5% while emerging markets—led by the GCC and Egypt—exceed 4%. The bank warns monetary policy will remain relatively restrictive with slower US rate cuts, stresses technological change and urges portfolio diversification amid regional divergence and geopolitical risks.