CPD’s Analysis of the National Budget for FY2026 – Austerity and Aspiration in a Time of Transition

    The economic context, in which the budget was crafted, is characterised by weakened macroeconomic stability, subdued investment sentiment, and heightened inflationary pressures. The primary challenge for the Finance Adviser is to control inflation and restore overall economic stability, thereby laying the foundation for sustainable growth.

    Authors: CPD IRBD Team
    Publication Period: June 2025