IMF Projects 3.4% Growth Recovery for Middle East by 2026
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IMF Projects 3.4% Growth Recovery for Middle East by 2026

The IMF forecasts a 3.4% growth recovery for the Middle East by 2026, emphasizing the region's resilience amid challenges like tariffs and declining oil prices. Jihad Azour, the IMF's Middle East Director, noted that this positive outlook is crucial for countries such as Egypt and Lebanon, potentially boosting investor confidence and encouraging economic reforms.

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IMF Sees Middle East Growth Recovery, 3.4% in 2026
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The IMF has projected a promising recovery for the Middle East, forecasting a growth rate of 3.4% by 2026. Jihad Azour, the IMF's Middle East Director, highlighted the region's resilience against challenges like tariffs and declining oil prices. This positive outlook is particularly significant for countries like Egypt and Lebanon, which are looking to stabilize and grow their economies. Such forecasts can boost investor confidence and encourage economic reforms, making this news vital for the region's future.
IMF Sees Middle East Growth Recovery, 3.4% in 2026
PositiveFinancial Markets
The IMF has projected a promising growth recovery for the Middle East, estimating a 3.4% increase by 2026. Jihad Azour, the IMF's Middle East Director, highlighted the region's resilience against challenges like tariffs and declining oil prices. This positive outlook is particularly significant for countries such as Egypt and Lebanon, as it suggests potential economic stability and growth opportunities in the coming years.

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