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 overnight illustrate the uncertainty and risks that surround the outlook," said Petya Koeva Brooks, deputy director at the IMF's research department.

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

The International Monetary Fund on Wednesday modestly downgraded its outlook for the world economy this year, citing the energy shock caused by the Iran war.

The International Monetary Fund has adjusted its global growth prediction for 2026, reflecting the adverse effects of warfare and rapid technological changes. Inflation is…

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

The IMF cut its 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1% as the Iran conflict disrupts energy supplies, with a worst-case scenario projecting just 2% growth and

IMF warns Middle East conflict could harm global economy as oil nears $100. U.S.-Iran deal in 2026 at 29.5% YES.

IMF reduces 2026 global growth forecast to 3%, citing West Asia war impacts and rising inflation concerns.

The IMF has cut its 2026 world growth forecast to 3.0% due to lingering Middle East risks, despite an AI boom. Global inflation is also set to accelerate.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Wednesday modestly downgraded its outlook for the world economy this year, citing the energy shock caused by the...

The IMF projects 3.1% global growth and 4.4% inflation for 2026, warning that geopolitical tensions could push inflation to 5.4% and squeeze crypto markets.

IMF warns of inflation risks due to Middle East conflicts. No change in Fed rates after July 2026 at 77.5% YES.

According to the report, the global economic growth forecast has been downgraded by 0.1 percentage point compared to the optimistic growth scenario presented in the IMF’s April…

The outlook is weighed down by the Iran war but helped by AI and other technologies.

The IMF has revised its global growth forecast for 2026 down to 3%, citing ongoing geopolitical tensions and inflationary pressures, while highlighting the resilience of the…

The IMF downgraded its original 3.1% outlook for the year it announced in April to 3% this month, down even further from the 3.5% it expected in 2026.

The report warned that the possibility of renewed Middle East conflict looms large and could extend commodity price volatility, further threaten supply chains, raise prices, and…

IMF cuts growth forecasts for France and Germany due to Middle East tensions. Bitcoin reaching $66K by July 12 at 8% YES.

IMF cuts 2026 global growth forecast to 3.0% but dismisses Iran war recession risk. No Fed rate cuts in 2026 at 79.7% YES.

The IMF trimmed its 2026 global growth forecast to 3.0% in its July update, citing Middle East conflict and inflation risks while avoiding a recession call.