The high trader consensus against any BRICS departure in 2026 reflects the absence of withdrawal signals or official actions from members, even amid internal divergences on geopolitics and expansion. The September 2026 New Delhi summit, hosted by India with attendance from leaders including those of China, Russia, Iran, and others, produced a joint declaration advancing local-currency financing, New Development Bank reforms, and Global South coordination, underscoring sustained engagement. Recent accessions such as Indonesia’s in 2025 and partner-country status for additional nations further indicate bloc consolidation rather than contraction, with over 30 countries expressing interest in joining. While some members face domestic pressures or differing alignments, no primary sources point to exits or formal reviews that could alter participation before year-end.