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IMF forecasts 5% growth for Cabo Verde in 2027

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IMF forecasts 5% growth for Cabo Verde in 2027

The IMF forecasts 5% growth for Cabo Verde in 2027, compared with the 5.6% expected by the government, and inflation of 2.8%, compared with 2% in official forecasts. These estimates appear in the International Monetary Fund’s October World Economic Outlook, published during its annual meetings.

The International Monetary Fund forecasts 5% growth for Cabo Verde’s economy in 2027 and inflation of 2.8%, according to its October World Economic Outlook, published on Tuesday. These estimates are below the government’s growth forecast but above its inflation figure.

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