Econ growth to slow in Europe, Central Asia as risks rise: World Bank

Economic growth in the developing countries of Europe and Central Asia is likely to slow substantially in 2026 due to the impact of the Iran war, geopolitical tensions and trade fragmentation, the World Bank said.
Growth in Central Asia is expected to slow to 4.9 per cent on an average in 2026 and 2027.
Central Europe may to grow by about 2.4 per cent this year before moderating to 2.3 per cent in 2027.