Jordan recorded an economic growth rate of 3 per cent in the second quarter of 2026, continuing a steady upward trend from 2.8 per cent in the second quarter of 2025 and 2.5 per cent in the second quarter of 2024. Official data indicates that this expansion coincides with a period of price stability within the kingdom. Inflation in Jordan remained at approximately 2.2 per cent during the first eight months of 2026.
Key Drivers of Economic Growth
Manufacturing sector output grew by 6.2 per cent in 2026. This performance provided 33 per cent of the total economic growth recorded in Jordan throughout the year.
Agriculture sector output expanded by 7.8 per cent during the same period. This sector accounted for 11.3 per cent of the overall economic growth for 2026.
Trade and Financial Performance Indicators
Jordanian trade data shows a deficit narrowing of 6 per cent during the first seven months of 2026. Exports from the kingdom rose by 10.3 per cent during this same period, reaching a total value of JD6.40 billion. Financial inflows also showed positive movement, as remittances from Jordanians working abroad increased by 14.1 per cent. These transfers reached JD2.1 billion during the first seven months of 2026. The combination of reduced trade imbalances and higher export earnings, alongside growth in personal remittances, reflects the current financial performance of the Jordanian economy.
Employment and Corporate Sector Trends
Unemployment among Jordanians fell to 21 per cent in the second quarter of 2026, marking a decrease from the 21.3 per cent recorded during the second quarter of 2025. Corporate activity also showed expansion as new company registrations in Jordan rose by 7.24 per cent to 6,046 during the first nine months of 2026. Financial performance among larger entities mirrored this trend, with companies listed on the Amman Stock Exchange reporting combined profits of JD1.20 billion in the first half of 2026. This figure represents a 14.3 per cent year-on-year increase for those publicly traded firms.
Tourism Growth and Future Outlook
Jordan received 4.97 million visitors during the first eight months of 2026. This figure represents a 2.9 per cent year-on-year increase in tourism numbers for the kingdom.
Preparations are underway for the Jordan-EU Investment Conference, which is scheduled for 19 November 2026. The event will take place at the Dead Sea. Officials intend for the conference to serve as a platform for discussing future economic ties and development opportunities between the kingdom and European partners.