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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
BelgiumBelgium GDP Growth Rate YoY fell to 0.8% in January 2026
FMPQuarterlyReleased May 2026
Belgium GDP Growth Rate YoY fell to 0.8% in January 2026, released May 2026, down 0.1% from December's 0.9% reading. The reading matched the 0.8% consensus. The print is running well below the 12-month average of 1.05%. GDP Growth Rate YoY is now the lowest in 57 months.
Latest Release
0.8
Actual
0.8
Consensus
0.9
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±0.1 percentage points
across last 12 releases
Last Call
May 2026
Predicted: 0.8
Actual: 0.8
Error: +0
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Signal Bias | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XAU/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.69 | COMMODITIES | Bullish XAU | → View |
| EUR/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.50 | FOREX | Bullish EUR | → View |
| BTC/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.46 | CRYPTO | Bearish BTC | → View |
| GBP/USD | ▼ Inverse | −0.30 | FOREX | Bearish GBP | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
GDP Growth Rate YoY (Belgium) was reported at 0.8% in May 2026. This matched the market consensus of 0.8% exactly. The reading fell from the previous value of 0.9%. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through May 2026. Over the past 12 months, the indicator has averaged 1%, ranging from 0.8% to 1.1% across 7 releases.
WHY IT MATTERS
The indicator has been trending downward over the last three releases. The trailing three releases averaged 0.97%, down from the prior three at 1.03%. Volatility over the past year (σ 0.09%) is higher than the prior year (σ 0.05%). In May readings over the past 3 years, GDP Growth Rate YoY has averaged 1.07%.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with XAU/USD (Bullish XAU). A secondary relationship exists with EUR/USD, positively correlated (Bullish EUR). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 0.1%.
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update May 2026.
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About GDP Growth Rate YoY — Belgium
DEFINITION
The GDP Growth Rate YoY (Year-over-Year) is a key economic indicator that measures the annual change in a country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). It provides insight into the overall health and performance of an economy, as a higher growth rate indicates a stronger and more robust economy. This indicator is closely monitored by policymakers, investors, and businesses to make informed decisions and assess the current and future economic outlook. A positive GDP Growth Rate YoY is generally seen as a positive sign of economic growth and stability, while a negative growth rate may indicate a slowdown or recession.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Aggregate growth figures anchor cyclical positioning across asset classes and inform fiscal and monetary policy debate. Surprises against consensus can drive short-term moves, particularly when the print breaks an established trend. Released quarterly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Jan 2026): actual 0.8 %, consensus 0.8 %. Prior reading (Jan 2026): 0.8 %. Before that (Oct 2025): 1 %.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a lower reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bearish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary headwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with XAU/USD (Bullish XAU, r=0.69) — a useful reference for commodities-focused traders.