Event Brief
World Bank Cuts Middle East Growth Forecast
Filed: Apr 09, 2026 at 12:04 AM ET
Summary: The World Bank has reduced its 2026 growth forecast for Middle East economies due to turmoil in the energy sector.
WHO: World Bank
WHAT: Cuts growth forecast
WHEN: Apr 08, 2026 at 11:01 PM ET
WHERE: Middle East
WHY: Due to turmoil in the energy sector caused by the US-Israel war against Iran.
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