The Trinidad and Tobago Manufacturers’ Association has welcomed the completion of the International Monetary Fund 2026 Article IV Consultation on Trinidad and Tobago, describing the report as an important independent assessment of the country’s economic performance and long-term outlook.

In a statement issued on May 21st, the TTMA said the annual IMF consultation provides valuable external oversight of the nation’s fiscal policies, financial stability, and macroeconomic direction, while also identifying potential risks and areas requiring reform.

According to the Association, the IMF projects Trinidad and Tobago’s economy to grow by approximately 0.8 per cent in 2026, with stronger medium-term growth expected to come from new energy projects and continued expansion in the non-energy sector. The report also pointed to low inflation, stable credit growth, a strong banking sector, and healthy foreign reserves supported by the Heritage and Stabilisation Fund.