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BNP Paribas Economic Outlook: Regional Indicators, AI Impact, and Country-Specific Forecasts for 2026

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India's economic growth is projected to be +7.6% for FY 2025/26.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) poses challenges for employment in India.

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The development of artificial intelligence (AI) largely depends on the availability of abundant and reliable electricity.

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The issue does not take into account the repercussions of military attacks that have since occurred in the Middle East.

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Advanced Asia includes Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, and Taiwan.

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Inflation has picked up again in Argentina in recent months.

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Emerging Asia includes India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.

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Poland's economy is impressively dynamic.

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Saudi Arabia's strong growth coincides with widening twin deficits.

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Malaysia has high exposure to the semiconductor sector.

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The AI sector currently accounts for 4% of electricity consumption.

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Latin America includes Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Peru.

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Argentina's growth is expected to slow in 2026 before rebounding in 2027.

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India's projected economic growth ranks among the highest in Asia.

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Concerns linked to political tensions in Türkiye in March 2025 have dissipated.

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Central Europe includes Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania, and Slovakia.

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Argentina's fiscal policy is restrictive and will remain so.

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Inflation in Chile will fluctuate around the 3% target.

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China's economic growth model is based on imbalances, characterized by sluggish domestic demand, excess production capacities, strong exports, and the pursuit of self-sufficiency.

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Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) includes Angola, Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa.

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MENA stands for Middle East-North Africa.

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Hungary's general elections are scheduled for April 12.

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Monetary easing and VAT cuts have bolstered India's domestic demand.

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Argentina's economy avoided recession due to strong exports.

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China's economic growth model has implications for its trading partners.

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India's medium-term economic outlook remains favourable.

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The issue titled "The rise of artificial intelligence: strategic opportunities for emerging countries" was completed on February 27, 2026.

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Central Europe's economic growth accelerated slightly.

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French public finances had a positive outcome for 2025, which is expected to be confirmed in 2026.

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Demand is expected to contribute less to inflation in 2026 than in 2022 in the Eurozone and the United States.

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The Iran war delivered a quick, though relatively contained, negative impact to US activity data and surveys.

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The inflationary impact of surging oil and gas prices remained moderate in emerging markets.

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A risk of stagflation emerges in the United Kingdom from Q2 onwards, following a Q1 growth rebound.

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Domestic demand is expected to continue to drive growth in Spain.

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The Turkish economy has experienced a moderate deceleration despite a flat labour market since 2024 and a reduction in exports in the second half of 2025.

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Türkiye's export competitiveness is under pressure.

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One-off factors largely account for zero growth in France in Q1.

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Inflation is starting to spread in France but is still sparing consumer goods and services.

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Poland's strong growth pattern is expected to continue in 2026.

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In 2025, Poland posted the highest growth rate in Central Europe and one of the highest in the European Union.

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The inflation shock is spreading in emerging economies.

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Manufacturing activity in emerging economies appears to be holding up much better than in 2022.

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Labor productivity growth in the United States is set to continue.

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The South African economy showed resilience in the face of shocks in 2025.

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Saudi Arabia's economic growth remains strong with a positive short-term outlook, fueled by a rebound in oil production and private sector performance.

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China's 15th Five-Year Plan prioritizes power over addressing imbalances.

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Sluggish investment is a structural weakness in Mexico, and the outlook for investment is not favourable.

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Hungary has good growth prospects despite electoral uncertainty.

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Chile's economic growth will slow very slightly in 2026 but will remain close to its potential.

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The United Kingdom faces the risk of stagflation.

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Unlocking AI as a productivity lever in Brazil faces structural obstacles, including strong fiscal constraints and a large informal sector.

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Advanced economies face the risk of stagflation in 2026-2027.

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Brazil's positioning in AI value chains reflects its comparative advantages, including abundant natural and energy resources and a vibrant startup ecosystem.

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The energy shock induced stronger reactions in oil and European gas spot prices than those observed in 2022.

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Brazil's current account deficit is resisting rebalancing but is comfortably covered by steady inflows of foreign capital.

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Disinflation is ongoing in Brazil, and interest rate cuts are in sight.

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The Brazilian economy is navigating between signs of a cyclical slowdown due to monetary tightening and emerging rebalancing mechanisms.

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Inflation is starting to rebound in the Eurozone and France.

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Malaysia's growth is underpinned by vigorous domestic demand and sustained global consumption of electronic goods.

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Malaysia's economic growth continues to be robust and is projected to remain resilient over the next two years.

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