Fund expects sharp contractions for Iraq, Kuwait and Qatar as global economy deals with impact

It excepts the world economy to grow by 3 per cent, down from 3.5 per cent in 2025.

The IMF cut its 2026 global growth projection again Wednesday, flagging "uncertainty and risks" to the economic outlook as fighting reignited in the Middle East. "Developments…

Fund expects sharp contractions for Iraq, Kuwait and Qatar as global economy deals with impact

IMF warns of a sharp global economic slowdown in 2026. No Fed rate cuts in 2026 at 79% YES.