Oil Price Shock Scenario

August 2008 | Economic Analysis

A scenario test of three different 2009 oil forecasts shows Gabon's trade balance and fiscal balance can be expected to remain in surplus even if oil falls to US$35.00/bbl. Gabon's current account is also likely to remain positive, barring an unexpectedly severe drop in the price of oil.

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