World Bank: BiH economy to grow 2.4 percent in 2026, below Western Balkans average

VIENNA, October 27 (FENA) - The World Bank forecasts that Bosnia and Herzegovina's economy will grow by 2.4 percent in 2026, below the expected Western Balkans average of 3.1 percent, while economic activity in the country is projected to gradually strengthen over the following two years. At the same time, the World Bank's latest Western Balkans Regular Economic Report, published today, warns that high trade costs and complex regulatory procedures are among the key obstacles to stronger economic development, business competitiveness, and the creation of quality jobs across the region.