WORLD BANK FORECASTS 4.8% ECONOMIC GROWTH FOR ARMENIA IN 2022

World Bank forecasts 4.8% economic growth for Armenia in 2022 and 5.4 % in 2023.

“The forecast is predicated on an easing of geopolitical tensions, limited pandemic-related disruptions supported by progress with vaccinations, and improving consumer and business confidence”,- Global Economic Prospects report said.

According to the document, in Armenia, growth is expected to accelerate in 2023, as robust private consumption and a more stable investment climate support domestic demand and offset the drag from ongoing fiscal consolidation.

“Global growth is projected to decelerate from 5.5 percent in 2021 to 4.1 percent in 2022, reflecting continued COVID-19 flare-ups, diminished policy support, and lingering supply disruptions. Growth is envisioned to slow further in 2023, to 3.2 percent, as pent-up demand is depleted and supportive macroeconomic policies continue to be unwound”,- the report said.