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IMF lowers global growth forecast again as Middle East tensions weigh on outlook

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has slightly lowered its global economic growth forecast for 2026, citing the impact of renewed geopolitical uncertainty while maintaining that stronger activity next year should offset much of the current slowdown. In its latest update to the World Economic Outlook......

Climate change could weaken Italy’s growth outlook and increase debt pressures by 2050

Climate change could become a major obstacle to Italy’s long-term economic performance, threatening to reduce growth potential and complicate efforts to manage the country’s already substantial public debt burden, according to a new study released on Wednesday. The analysis warns that rising......

Moroccan economy grows by 4.6% in the first quarter of 2026

Morocco's economy maintained solid momentum during the first quarter of 2026, recording a 4.6% year-on-year growth rate, supported by a strong recovery in agricultural activity and robust domestic demand, according to the latest national accounts released by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). Although......

US Economy Regains Momentum in Early 2026 Amid Stronger Growth Data

The United States economy recorded a stronger pace of growth in the first quarter of 2026, according to data released by the Department of Commerce, signaling a gradual recovery following the disruptions caused by a prolonged federal shutdown in the previous year. The final estimate of gross domestic......

Morocco economic growth reaches 4.9 percent in 2025

Morocco recorded economic growth of 4.9 percent in 2025, up from 4.4 percent in 2024, according to national accounts data for the year. The performance reflects a broad-based expansion across key sectors, supported mainly by domestic demand and a context of contained inflation. Nominal gross domestic......

Morocco economy grows 4.9 percent on agriculture rebound and investment surge

Morocco’s economy expanded by 4.9 percent in 2025, accelerating from 4.4 percent the previous year, according to national accounts. The performance marks the country’s strongest annual growth since the post-pandemic recovery phase. The expansion was driven by a rebound in agriculture and......

Eurozone GDP revised to 0.2 percent contraction in Q1 2026

Eurozone GDP contracted by 0.2 percent in the first quarter of 2026 after a sharp downward revision of earlier estimates. The final figures show a significant shift from the initial flash estimate, which had indicated a 0.1 percent expansion. The revision marks the first quarterly contraction in the......

Italy’s ISTAT cuts 2026 GDP growth forecast to 0.7% amid slower economic momentum

Italy’s national statistics institute ISTAT has revised downward its economic growth forecast for 2026, reflecting a more cautious outlook for the country’s economy. According to its latest semi-annual report, Italy’s gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to grow by 0.7% in 2026,......

U.S. inflation rises while economic growth slows in first quarter

The United States economy showed mixed signals at the end of the first quarter of 2026, as inflation continued to rise while economic growth slowed more than expected. The latest economic indicators released on Thursday highlighted ongoing pressure on consumers and businesses, even as financial markets......