Ivory Coast: IMF Praises 'Remarkable' Economic Performance in 2025

The IMF praised the resilience and performance of the Ivorian economy following its evaluation mission, reporting a growth of 6.5% in 2025. The budget deficit was kept at 3% of GDP, in line with UEMOA criteria. Geneviève Verdier, head of the mission, highlighted major structural advances, including the consolidation of the Single Treasury Account and the strengthening of public enterprise governance.