The International Monetary Fund released the press release and staff report for the Republic of Slovenia’s 2025 Article IV consultation, finding that the slowdown that started in 2024 continued into early 2025 but that growth has since picked up. The report highlights that the economy faces structural challenges despite the recent improvement. It points to rising spending pressures, including those linked to population aging, alongside weak productivity growth. Areas covered include defense spending, health, expenditure trends and public debt.
International Monetary Fund 2026-01-26
International Monetary Fund publishes Slovenia 2025 Article IV report highlighting renewed growth and rising spending pressures
The International Monetary Fund's 2025 Article IV consultation for Slovenia notes a recent economic growth recovery following a 2024 slowdown, but highlights ongoing structural challenges such as rising spending pressures and weak productivity growth. The report addresses issues including defense spending, health, expenditure trends, and public debt.