The Jamaican economy slightly exceeded expectations in 2023, with preliminary data from the World Bank indicating a growth rate of 2.3 per cent.
This figure surpassed the earlier forecast provided at the start of the year.
Back in June of the preceding year, the economic prospects report predicted a 2 per cent increase in Jamaica’s gross domestic product (GDP).
A regional perspective
Taking a broader look at the Latin America and Caribbean region, the growth estimate was also revised upwards to 2.2 per cent for 2023, according to the January outlook.
This stands in stark contrast to the initial forecast in June, which had pegged the growth rate at 1.5 per cent.
Global economic landscape
While data collection is still underway, the World Bank has reported a global economic expansion of 2.6 per cent.
Advanced economies have shown signs of recovery, with estimated GDP growth reaching 1.5 per cent, a notable increase from the previous year’s forecast of 0.7 per cent.
Emerging markets
Emerging markets, on the other hand, continue to demonstrate resilience, with a projected growth rate of 4 per cent.
