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Global economy to slow less than expected in 2026 as AI boom offsets war hit: IMF

Reported by CNBC Economy · Published 13 Oct 2026, 10:09 AM MYT (1 hr ago)

The IMF raised its 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1%, as AI investment helped offset the war’s energy shock.

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Global economy to slow less than expected in 2026 as AI boom offsets war hit: IMF

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