IMF flags trade tensions and AI slowdown as threats to steady global growth

TL;DR
Global growth is forecast at about 3.3% this year and remains resilient, but the IMF warns that trade tensions and a potential AI-driven market correction could slow activity, stressing the importance of independent central banks; inflation is expected to ease and UK growth is modestly upgraded.
- IMF warns of trade tension risk to global growth BBC
- I.M.F. Raises Forecast for Global Growth as Tariff Drag Fades The New York Times
- IMF warns global economic resilience at risk if AI falters Financial Times
- IMF sees steady global growth in 2026 as AI boom offsets trade headwinds Reuters
- IMF Warns AI, Trade Pose Risks to Solid Global Growth Outlook Bloomberg.com
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