INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
by global institutions like the IMF (2.8%) and World Bank (2.3%).The Ministry of Economy has yet to release official forecasts, leaving
uncertainty ahead of budget talks
tariffs threaten trade, while the IMF warns of global slowdowns impacting export-reliant sectors like agriculture (11.3% growth in 2024) and
energy (19.6%).Domestic challenges compound pressures
Public spending flexibility narrows as fiscal deficits persist (projected 2.9% of GDP in 2025), forcing tough choices in wage
resilience hinges on balancing export diversification against reliance on volatile neighbors like Argentina and Brazil
With per capita GDP stagnant near US$23,500, the nation must prioritize structural reforms to escape its low-growth equilibrium.
