France cuts 2026 growth forecast to 0.7 percent after weak start to the year

France Cuts 2026 GDP Forecast Due to Budget Delay, Iran Conflict

The French government is lowering its growth forecast for the year to 0.7 after a delayed budget and the Middle East conflict held back output, Finance Minister Roland Lescure told Le Parisien newspaper.

IMF warns of sharp slowdown in global economy 

The global economy is on track for a sharp downward trajectory, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned on Wednesday. Global growth is projected to decline from 3.5 percent in 2025 to 3 percent in 2026 before climbing back up to 3.4 percent in 2027, according to a July update in the organization’s World Economic Outlook. ...

World Bank revises Ghana’s 2026 growth forecast upwards to 4.8%

The World Bank has revised Ghana’s economic growth forecast for 2026 upward to 4.8 per cent from the 4.6 per cent projected in January this year. The revised outlook, contained in the World Bank’s June 2026 Global Economic Prospects report, represents an increase of 0.2 percentage point and reflects continued confidence in Ghana’s economic recovery The post World Bank revises Ghana’s 2026 growth forecast upwards to 4.8 appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

France vs Spain: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds

First spot in the final up for grabs as two heavyweights lock horns

Why Belgium’s productivity problem is becoming harder to ignore

EUROPE: Belgium’s productivity engine has slowed sharply since 2008. Weaker investment, lower efficiency and a declining share of high-productivity sectors are now weighing on growth, incomes and public finances. With demographics offering less support, Belgium risks remaining stuck with potential growth close to 1

Morocco’s Economy Expected to Grow 5.2% in 2026 as Central Bank Holds Key Interest Rate

Morocco’s economy is expected to accelerate from 4.9 growth in 2025 to 5.2 in 2026 before moderating to 3.1 in 2027 due to a base effect, according to projections released by Bank Al-Maghrib following the second quarterly meeting of its Board in 2026. In a statement issued after the meeting, the central bank said the ...

From The Sports Desk: Rivals France and Morocco meet to kick off quarterfinals

France has won all five of its games so far in this tournament. Can it continue its march toward a third consecutive World Cup final? Or will Morocco pull off an upset?

More nukes, more NATO: Will Macron’s makeover of French defense last?

As his tenure ends, France’s budget problems and the prospect of a far-right president threaten Macron’s legacy.

France’s Debt Crisis Could Snowball Ahead of the 2027 Presidential Election

France is facing growing worries about its 3.5 trillion public debt as borrowing costs increase. Investors and economists fear that the debt could rise significantly, especially with political tensions ahead of next year’s presidential election making fiscal reform unlikely. If the government does not implement strict budget discipline, public debt could reach 203 of GDP [] The post France’s Debt Crisis Could Snowball Ahead of the 2027 Presidential Election appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

World Bank increases Ghana’s growth rate for 2026 to 4.8%  

The Bretton Woods institution is also increasing its 2027 growth rate for Ghana to 4.9 from the January 2026 forecast of 4.8, and 5.0 GDP growth in 2028.

France's debt burden at risk of snowballing ahead of 2027 election

France's rising borrowing costs are fueling concern ​among investors and economists that its public debt of 3.5 trillion euros (4 trillion) could spiral higher just as politi...

France lineup vs. Spain: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 semi-final as Real Madrid star fights for place

France lineup vs. Spain: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 semi-final as Real Madrid star fights for place

🚨 World Cup: one of Deschamps' key men out for Paraguay!

A major blow for the France team.Just a few hours before kickoff of their 2026 World Cup round-of-16 match, the France team now has to deal with some very bad news.According to information from RMC Sp...

French High Council on Climate warns of urgent need to 'scale up' climate policies

As France endures its third heatwave in under two months, the independent climate watchdog is condemning the slowdown in decarbonization and the rollback of environmental policies, reiterating that France is not ready for climate change.

Lekjaa: Morocco's economy grew 3.8% in 2024 despite drought

Morocco’s economy grew 3.8 in 2024 despite a sixth consecutive year of drought, with non-agricultural sectors offsetting losses in farming, Budget Minister Fouzi Lekjaa said Wednesday. Speaking before the House of Representatives’ Committee on Public Finance Oversight and Governance during discussions on the 2024 budget settlement bill, Lekjaa said the implementation of the 2024 budget [] The post Lekjaa: Morocco's economy grew 3.8 in 2024 despite drought appeared first on HESPRESS English - Morocco News.

OECD-wide employment expected to grow by 0.3% in 2026, 0.6% in 2027

OECD-wide employment expected to grow by 0.3% in 2026, 0.6% in 2027

France and Spain set for first 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final

France and Spain will face off in the first semi-final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after beating Morocco and Belgium, respectively in the quarter-final.

IMF expects global GDP to gain 3% in 2026, 3.4% in 2027

According to the report, the global economic growth forecast has been downgraded by 0.1 percentage point compared to the optimistic growth scenario presented in the IMF’s April report

Macron: France to return 50 million euros to Syria

Damascus, July 7 (SANA) French President Emmanuel Macron announced Tuesday that France is prepared to return more than 50 million euros to Syria, representing illicit gains seized from a member of the deposed regime’s family, during a joint press conference with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa at the People’s Palace in Damascus. The announcement follows the signing []

Mbappé and Dembélé fire France to quarter-final win over Morocco

France will now feature in the semi-final next Tuesday against Spain or Belgium.

Would Le Pen withdrawing make a far-right victory in France less likely?

France is on tenterhooks as it waits to hear whether far right leader Marine Le Pen will decide to stand in the 2027 presidential election. But would Le Pen withdrawing from the race after the latest court sentencing make a far right victory more or less likely.

AI Predicts Remainder of 2026 World Cup Ahead of Last 16 - With Results in Full

AI has predicted the remainder of the 2026 World Cup, crowning France as Champions for the third time.

IMF official: Global economy resilient but uneven across regions

Global growth is forecast at 3.0 percent in 2026, showing resilience despite the Middle East conflict, as technology-driven activity cushions the blow and produces widely varying outcomes across regions, according to an official with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Deniz Igan, chief of the IMF Research Department's World Economic Studies Division, made the remarks after the IMF projected on Wednesday that global growth will slow to 3.0 percent in 2026 before recovering to 3.4 percent in 2027. #GlobalView

France to Return Stolen $58 Million to Syria: Macron

French President Emmanuel Macron says on a visit to Syria that Paris will return more than 50 million euros ($57 million) stolen by the family of former ruler Bashar al-Assad to the country.

2026 World Cup: SuperComputer predicts two teams to win trophy with semi-finals confirmed

The Opta SuperComputer has predicted that the winner of the 2026 World Cup will come from the France vs Spain semi-final. Les Bleus qualified for the last four of the tournament with an impressive 2-0 win over Morocco. On the other hand, Spain needed a late winner by Mikel Merino to see off Switzerland 2-1. [] 2026 World Cup: SuperComputer predicts two teams to win trophy with semi-finals confirmed

IMF lowers global growth forecast amid geopolitical tensions

It excepts the world economy to grow by 3 per cent, down from 3.5 per cent in 2025.

Malta’s economy is cooling. Should we be concerned?

The country’s economic achievements over the past decade have been considerable, yet the next phase of development may prove more demanding than the last. Growth created Malta’s success story. Productivity will determine whether that success endures

Cost pressure to keep Q1 profit growth muted for Nifty 50 companies

Nifty 50 companies anticipate double-digit revenue growth for the June 2026 quarter. Profit growth is projected to remain in single digits due to margin compression. Input cost inflation and elevated crude prices are impacting profitability significantly. Companies with strong pricing power are expected to better protect their profit margins. Select sectors like automobiles and banking are poised for strong growth.

IMF cuts 2026 global growth forecast as Middle East war weighs on outlook

Global economy expected to grow 3 this year, down from April forecast of 3.1

France’s debt burden at risk of snowballing ahead of 2027 election

France’s debt burden at risk of snowballing ahead of 2027 election

Marine Le Pen's 2027 bid for French presidency is at stake in Paris court ruling

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen’s political future is on the line as a Paris appeals court rules on her eligibility for the next presidential election

Auto components sector records turnover of ₹7.60 lakh crore in FY2025-26

Expects to grow by 8-10 per cent this fiscal, driven by continued domestic and exports demands, despite the geopolitical headwinds

Marine Le Pen's 2027 bid for French presidency is at stake in Paris court ruling

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen’s political future is on the line as a Paris appeals court rules on her eligibility for the next presidential election.

Global Economy, Hit by Iran War and Inflation, Faces Sharp Slowdown

The global economy is set to slow sharply in 2026 after the war with Iran disrupted energy supply chains and triggered a fresh bout of inflation, the International Monetary Fund warned on Wednesday. The forecasts reflect the damaging toll from the decision by the United States and Israel to attack Iran this year. Those attacks []

Concelex continued to grow in 2025: revenue of RON 1.5bn and net profit up 33%

Concelex continued to grow in 2025: revenue of RON 1.5bn and net profit up 33%