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EconomyPublished: 9 July 2026 at 07:36

IMF Lowers Global Economic Growth Forecasts

The International Monetary Fund has reduced its global growth projections for this year, stating that the artificial intelligence boom does not fully offset the impact of the Middle East war.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has downgraded its global economic growth forecasts for the current year. This adjustment reflects the latest economic assessments conducted by the institution.

The IMF noted that the rapid rise of artificial intelligence is insufficient to fully counteract the negative effects caused by the war in the Middle East. While AI contributes positively to productivity and technological advancement, its impact is not enough to offset disruptions in trade, energy markets, and investor confidence arising from the conflict.

This downward revision highlights the ongoing uncertainty in the global economy. The IMF's conclusions emphasize that regional conflicts remain a significant risk to economic growth, even amidst technological progress.

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