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Global economy shows resilience but tech‑driven risks, trade disruptions pose growing threats

Global economic growth is proving more resilient than expected despite significant United States (US)‑led trade disruptions and heightened uncertainty, according to the latest projections.

Global economy steady but divided by powerful crosscurrents

The global economy is expected to remain resilient through 2026, yet growth will be shaped by sharply different forces across regions, according to the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) January outlook.