Apart from that, expected 8.5 percent GDP growth for 2006 brings to the coming year a statistical carry-over of over 3 percent. Thus, output is projected to grow to over 7.4 percent next year, bearing in mind a quarterly increase that will remain high, though somewhat lower than this year's, leaning toward levels that are more consistent with long-term sustained growth.
Domestic absorption would continue to lead this process, mainly due to a new expansion of consumption and investment. Investment is expected to grow again above average, expanding its share in terms of output. Trade with the rest of the world will continue on the upswing, anticipating additional exports growth (exports would hit record levels of around USD 50 billion).