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April 14, 2026
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IMF cuts 2026 global growth forecast on Mideast war

IMF cuts 2026 global growth forecast on Mideast war

The IMF cut its 2026 global growth projection Tuesday, warning that the world economy could be "thrown off course" by war in the Middle East...

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has lowered its 2026 global growth forecast, warning that the war in the Middle East could derail the world economy. The conflict has already impacted commodity markets and led to increased prices.

  • The IMF projects global growth at 3.1 percent for 2026, down from a previous forecast of 3.3 percent.
  • The report was released during the IMF's spring meetings in Washington.
  • Higher inflation is expected, reaching 4.4 percent, a 0.6 percentage point increase from the January forecast.

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