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March 26, 2026
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OECD sees global growth at 2.9pc in 2026 amid Middle East tensions

OECD sees global growth at 2.9pc in 2026 amid Middle East tensions

The report said that the evolving conflict in the Middle East will test the resilience of the global economy. A prolonged period of higher energy prices would add markedly to business costs, raise consumer price inflation, and have adverse consequences for growth. Kenya breaking ..

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The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) projects global economic growth to slow to 2.9 percent in 2026, citing Middle East tensions as a significant risk factor.

  • Global growth forecast: 2.9% in 2026, down from 3.3% in 2025.
  • Key organization: OECD, issuing its latest Economic Outlook.
  • Major concern: Evolving Middle East conflict could lead to sustained higher energy prices, impacting business costs and consumer inflation.

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