KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Global growth is projected to decelerate to 3.1 per cent in 2026 from 3.5 per cent in 2025 before recovering to 3.4 per cent in 2027, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Business : Global Economy To Decelerate To 3.1 Pct In 2026 Before Recovering To 3.4 Pct In 2027 - IMF
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The IMF projects global growth to slow to 3.1% in 2026 before recovering to 3.4% in 2027, with AI-driven productivity stabilizing.
- Global growth is expected to slow to 3.1% in 2026 from 3.5% in 2025.
- Energy prices are projected to remain higher than pre-war levels through 2026.
- Fiscal policies in emerging economies are expected to tighten gradually.
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