World Bank upgrades Algeria’s 2026 growth forecast
The World Bank has officially revised Algeria’s 2026 economic growth forecast upward, identifying the nation as a “notable exception” within the MENAAP region (Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan, and Pakistan).
While many neighboring economies face volatility, Algeria is distinguishing itself through:
– Strong Energy Exports: Sustained global demand for natural gas.
– Economic Diversification: Significant progress in non-hydrocarbon sectors like mining and infrastructure.
– Fiscal Resilience: Improved investment climates that defy broader regional stagnation.
This upgrade underscores Algeria’s emerging role as a stable economic anchor in an otherwise turbulent geopolitical landscape.