Moody's Analytics forecasts regional growth to ease from 4.3 percent in 2025 to 4.1 percent in 2026, slowing further to 3.6 percent in 2027. Rising inflation has prompted several regional central banks to signal or implement tighter policy stances. Elevated commodity prices, tight monetary policies, and adverse weather conditions are expected to weigh on momentum through 2026 and 2027, according to a report released by Moody’s Analytics on Thursday. AdvertisementMoody’s Analytics forecasts regional growth to ease from 4.3 percent in 2025 to 4.1 percent in 2026, slowing further to 3.6 percent in 2027. Rising inflation has prompted several regional central banks to signal or implement tighter policy stances.