World Bank Cuts Global Economic Growth Forecast As Middle East Conflict Triggers Inflation
The World Bank slashes its global economic growth forecast to 2.5 percent for 2026 citing surging energy prices and inflation driven by the Middle East war.
IMF World Economic Outlook: Global Growth Moderates Amid Geopolitical Shifts
The IMF’s April 2026 report forecasts global growth slowing to 3.1% as Middle East conflicts, energy spikes, and labor market softening test economic resilience.
US Launches Section 301 Trade Probes Against 16 Global Partners Sparking Market Volatility
The US initiates sweeping Section 301 investigations into 16 major trading partners, including China and the EU, raising fears of a renewed global trade war.