IMF Lowers Senegal 2026 Growth Forecast to 2.2 Percent
The IMF cut Senegal's 2026 growth forecast to 2.2% and widened its deficit outlook. This revision follows the discovery of billions in undisclosed debt.
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The International Monetary Fund has lowered its economic growth forecast for Senegal while projecting a wider current account deficit as the nation continues to manage a significant debt burden. According to the latest World Economic Outlook report released during the IMF and World Bank Spring meetings, real GDP growth for the West African country is now expected to reach 2.2% in 2026, down from an earlier projection of 3.0%.
