Keywords: Economic Growth


Italy posts modest growth in first quarter as economic risks increase

Italy recorded slight economic growth in the first quarter of the year, according to preliminary data released by the national statistics institute. The performance exceeded some expectations but remains fragile amid rising global uncertainties. Gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 0.2% compared......

France’s growth stalls in first quarter amid weak domestic demand

France’s economy showed no growth in the first quarter of the year, according to preliminary estimates released by Insee. The stagnation reflects weak domestic demand and a sharp negative contribution from foreign trade, surprising many analysts who had expected modest expansion. Gross domestic......

China politburo pledges energy security amid Iran war shock

China’s top leadership has pledged to strengthen energy security and respond systematically to external shocks as global markets face disruption from the war involving Iran. The commitment came during a Politburo meeting focused on the economy, chaired by President Xi Jinping, marking the first......

Egypt’s economic outlook slightly revised down amid regional tensions

Egypt’s economic outlook has been slightly downgraded by analysts, as rising regional tensions linked to the conflict involving Iran continue to weigh on global energy markets and inflation. According to a recent survey of economists, growth projections for Egypt’s gross domestic product......

Canada retail sales rise in February with continued growth expected in March

Retail sales in Canada recorded a moderate increase in February, reflecting steady consumer activity and offering a positive signal for the country’s economic outlook. According to official data, retail sales rose by 0.7% compared to January, reaching approximately 72 billion Canadian dollars.......

Asian Development Bank unveils $6 billion plan to boost ASEAN capital markets

The Asian Development Bank has announced a plan to mobilize up to $6 billion by 2030 to strengthen capital markets across Southeast Asia, aiming to reinforce the region’s financial resilience amid rising global risks. The initiative was presented alongside the release of the April 2026 Asian Development......

World bank warns of downside risks to India’s growth outlook

The World Bank has cautioned that risks surrounding India’s projected economic growth remain tilted to the downside, despite a generally stable macroeconomic environment. India’s economy is expected to grow by around 6.6% in the 2026–2027 fiscal year, maintaining its position among......

Western Balkans growth outlook improves on exports and investment

Economic prospects for the Western Balkans are expected to strengthen in the coming years, supported by rising exports and increased public investment, according to projections from the World Bank. The region—comprising Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and......

Developing economies in Europe and Central Asia face slowdown amid energy pressures

Emerging and developing economies across Europe and Central Asia are expected to experience slower growth this year, according to a new assessment by the World Bank. The report highlights the impact of rising energy prices, driven in part by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which have disrupted......