IMF Sees Middle East Growth Recovery, 3.4% in 2026
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AI-PoweredThe IMF forecasts a growth recovery in the Middle East, with a projected 3.4% growth rate in 2026, driven by resilience in the face of tariffs and falling oil prices.
Moderate positive impact on regional markets, particularly in countries such as Egypt and Lebanon, as investors become more optimistic about economic growth prospects.
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IMF Middle East Director Jihad Azour speaks to BTV's Joumanna Bercetche about the IMF's regional outlook report. He commented on the Middle East's resilience in the face of tariffs and falling oil prices, as well as economic growth prospects for countries such as Egypt and Lebanon. (Source: Bloomberg)
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