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World Bank projects Oman growth amid GCC contraction due to Strait of Hormuz disruption

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What happened

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The World Bank released economic forecasts, projecting Oman's economy to grow by 3.1% in 2026 and 3.4% in 2027. Conversely, the bank expects the broader GCC economy to contract by 4.3% in 2026. This contraction is attributed to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which disrupts hydrocarbon production and exports.

From muscatdaily.com

Why it matters

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The disruption of the Strait of Hormuz imposes substantial costs on Gulf producers by restricting their ability to transport and sell hydrocarbons. Oman is cited as the only GCC economy expected to maintain robust growth, supported by its hydrocarbon output and non-oil activity outside the Strait of Hormuz.

From muscatdaily.com

Who's involved

  • World BankInternational financial institution that released the economic forecasts.
  • OmanSovereign state projected to maintain robust economic growth in 2026 and 2027.
  • QatarCountry within the GCC economy expected to contract sharply.
  • KuwaitSovereign state within the GCC economy expected to contract sharply.

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • KuwaitSpeculative

    Kuwait might face reduced revenue due to the overall GCC contraction.

  • QatarSpeculative

    Qatar could see reduced hydrocarbon exports due to the Strait of Hormuz disruption.

  • Qatar Investment AuthoritySpeculative

    Qatar Investment Authority might experience reduced state revenue due to sharp GDP contraction in Qatar.

  • KazakhstanSpeculative

    Kazakhstan could face disruptions to global oil supply and pricing due to the Strait of Hormuz closure.

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